With the holiday season right around the corner, our minds are turning to holiday shopping and finding the perfect gifts for our friends and family members. But, the joy of gift-buying should also include some good common sense when it comes to product safety and integrity. Below, attorneys from the Charles H. Brower Law Corporation in Honolulu, HI, share three tips to help you be a better consumer and more aware of defective products during the holidays.

How to Be Aware of Defective Products During the Holidays

1. Research Toys Before You Buy

Children's toys can be rife with safety hazards. From small parts easy to choke on to dangerous paint or fumes, there are any number of problems that can stem from a seemingly innocent toy. Before you rush out to buy whatever is on your shopping list, do your homework first. Read ratings and reviews of each toy, and see if there are any open recalls; this information should affect the purchases you ultimately make.

2. Inspect Products Before Use

Before you use any new products over the holiday season, inspect them carefully first. These products can be anything from gifts you've received to household items. For example, if you're using new pots and pans to cook your holiday dinner, check first that they are safe and nontoxic in the same way you did when you researched toys.

3. Keep an Eye on Kids With New Toys

It won't be possible to check out every toy, piece by piece, before you give it as a gift. So, once you've given out the toys on your shopping list, keep an eye on the kids as they open the boxes and assemble their treasures. Encourage other adults to do the same. This way, you can identify any potential hazards before they become a serious issue.

If you or someone you love has been injured by a defective product, let the Charles H. Brower Law Corporation help you find the legal solutions you need. They offer representation in a number of practice areas, including personal and work injuries, auto accidents, and more. For more than 30 years, the team has been serving clients throughout Hawaii. Call (808) 526-2688, visit them online or reach them via their Google+ page to arrange a consultation today.