Fisher-Price, one of the leading names in baby products, is recalling the 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soothers after the deaths of at least four infants. The baby soothers were available for sale from January 2014 through December 2020 for approximately $108 each. The recall involves about 120,000 products, according to the company. The product was involved in the deaths of an 11-week-old from Colorado, a 2-month-old from Michigan, a 2-month from Nevada, and a 4-month-old from Missouri from April 2019 to February 2020.
So, what happened? Why did these innocent infants die? According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the infants were placed on the product on their backs unrestrained and found on their stomachs some time later. Unfortunately, this is nothing new. Countless baby sleepers have been recalled in the past due to the same issue. In fact, many companies have recalled baby sleepers and similar products out of precaution, not because of any incidents or deaths associated with their product.
It is also important to note that Fisher-Price is also recalling the 2-in-1 Soothe ‘n Play Gliders not due to any infant deaths but rather due to the similarity with the 4-in-1 Rock ‘n Glide Soothers.
Understanding the Risk Associated with the Product
The risk in baby sleepers like the ones recently recalled by Fisher-Price is the same – infants that are placed unrestrained on the sleepers can move from their backs onto their stomach. These infants do not have full control of their body yet, so they cannot roll onto their backs after rolling onto their stomachs.
Essentially, when the infants are on their backs, they are unable to get oxygen and end up suffocating. In some cases, infants have been found early enough and oxygen restored; however, the prolonged lack of oxygen has resulted in significant brain damage. More often than not, these incidents are fatal.
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What to do if Your Infant was Harmed?
Whether your infant lost his or her life or survived with brain injuries or other complications, it is important that you act quickly. You might have grounds to file a lawsuit against the company. Consider the following recommendations:
- Take photos of the entire scene of the incident – including the product
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible – gather all medical records relevant to the incident and the attention sought
- Collect any video footage (from baby monitors, for instance)
- Contact the company to report the incident – do not agree to a refund, a replacement, a repair, to return the product, or any other compensation
- Speak to any witnesses if any
- Seek legal assistance with a product liability lawyer immediately
Following the steps listed above will help you prepare to file your lawsuit against the negligent product manufacturer – whether it is Fisher-Price or any other company.
In fact, since there have been multiple deaths associated with the baby product, you could possibly participate in a class action lawsuit. You will need to find a class action injury lawyer with experience in recall lawsuits. The right lawyer will help you understand how to join a class action lawsuit and guide you every step of the way.
Is there a Class Action Lawsuit?
Can I file a class action lawsuit? How can I join or be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? If the defective product harmed many parties, then it is likely that there is a class action claim in which you could participate. A class action lawyer can help you figure out how to join the specific class action lawsuit. In some cases, there might be mass torts rather than a class action lawsuit – mass torts are single claims against the same company. For more information about how to proceed with your claim, do not hesitate to contact our recall lawyers as soon as possible.
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If you are in need of a law firm handling such cases, do not hesitate to contact us today. Our recall lawyers are ready to represent you and fight for your rights after the wrongful death of your infant associated with eh defective and dangerous baby products negligently sold by Fisher-Price. Do not hesitate to contact the experts at our firm immediately to learn more about your right to sue.
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