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December is Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month, and it's a perfect time to double-check that the gifts you're giving this holiday season are safe, unrecalled, and free of potential dangers. During the holidays, personal injury attorneys tend to see an uptick in clients who were injured by defective products, so practicing a little additional awareness is always a smart move for the safety and well-being of your gift recipients. Below is an overview of hazardous toys and how a personal injury attorney can help if you or someone you love has been hurt by a defective product.

Risks

In general, the younger a child is, the more prone they are to be injured by a hazardous toy. They may not understand the implications of dangers like putting small objects in their mouths, removing batteries, or playing with plastic wrapping or packaging. There are other toy parts that can present possible safety issues as well, including broken pieces, sharp edges, or even toxic chemicals used during manufacturing.

Before You Buy

personal injury attorneyBefore purchasing toys this holiday season, do your homework. Research the safety background of all toys you're considering buying; check with the Consumer Product Safety Commission to see if there are any open recalls on products you plan to purchase. Also, heed the warning labels on toy packaging. For example, if a manufacturer says that a toy is only for ages 10 and up, only give it to a child of the appropriate age.

In Case of Injury

If someone you love has been hurt because of a defective product, consult a personal injury attorney. A lawyer can help you explore all available legal options, and they will handle the necessary paperwork involved in filing a claim. They will represent you in your dealings with manufacturers, insurers, and opposing counsel. In short, they will advocate for the rights of the injured party and the need for compensation.

 

Be a proactive consumer this holiday season and get acquainted with the toys you're purchasing for loved ones. In the event of injury, trust the legal professionals at Lane, Felix & Raisbeck CO, LPA in Cincinnati, OH. For over 30 years, they've been serving Hamilton County in a variety of legal matters, including injuries, wrongful deaths, and family law cases. Call (513) 922-7700 or visit them online to schedule an initial consultation.

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