IKEA issued a recall on February 9, 2023 for the IKEA ODGER Swivel Chairs in anthracite (gray) due to a defect with the chair’s leg. The base of the leg can break and cause the user to fall out of the chair. The recall affects around 12,000 chairs, which are stamped with the name of the product underneath the seat. Consumers can also look for a date stamp before and including “2221,” which represents the model year followed by the week (YY/WW).
The manufacturer has urged customers to stop using the chairs immediately and to return them to a local IKEA store for a full refund. A refund, however, will not compensate you if you’ve already had an accident with this product. So far, there have been 4 complaints of accidents due to the leg breaking, including 2 reports of injuries. As someone who has been harmed by one of these swivel chairs, please take a moment to contact our office. We can help you get the justice you deserve and ensure that the manufacturer pays for the harm they’ve caused you.
Injuries from a Broken Chair Accident
A chair unexpectedly collapsing while you’re sitting in it can cause serious damage to many parts of your body. Here are just some of the injuries you may end up with from a defective swivel chair:
- Broken bones
- Fractures
- Dislocated joints
- Soft tissue injuries
- Hip fracture
- Concussion / Traumatic brain injury
- Back / neck injury
- Broken teeth
- Deep cuts or puncture wounds
- Nerve damage
Steps to Take after Your Accident
Even if you have the right to seek compensation from the manufacturer, there are procedures you must follow to ensure that you have a strong case. Please keep reading to learn about the steps you should take if you’ve been injured by a collapsing swivel chair:
- Take photos of any injuries or damage to your belongings, or ask someone else to do it for you.
- Seek medical attention immediately, since you will need proof of your injuries in order to file an accident claim.
- Contact IKEA to report the accident, but don’t give a recorded statement or agree to return the product for a refund.
- Collect evidence, such as medical records, proof of missed time at work, and witness statements, which will support your right to monetary damages.
- Contact our office to speak with an experienced accident injury lawyer.
Is There a Class Action Lawsuit on this Case?
How can I be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case?
This is a question we receive frequently at our office whenever there is a mass recall on a popular product. We are also asked about mass torts, which is another legal action that you can explore with a class action lawyer at our office. To learn more about the legal process and take action on a claim as soon as possible, just give us a call at our office.
Contact us to Schedule a Free Case Evaluation
The lawyers of Normandie are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you if you’ve had an accident due to a defective IKEA ODGER Swivel Chair. In these situations, it’s essential to obtain representation from an experienced recall lawyer, which is exactly what we can offer you here at Normandie Law Firm.
Along with our many years of helping accident injury victims, we offer a Zero Fee Guarantee. That means you won’t pay us a dime to fight for your rights and recover the payment you’re entitled to. We get paid by the manufacturer at the same time you do, and if we don’t win your case, you owe us absolutely nothing.
To learn more about your legal options from a defective product injury lawyer, call us right away to schedule a free case review.
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