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February 9th, 2010
On January 15, 2010 MuscleMaster.com asked for a nationwide recall of 17 dietary supplements sold between June 1, 2009 and November 17, 2009 because the FDA felt that they might contain ingredients that are steroids. While MuscleMaster.com has not confirmed the FDA’s concerns, the company has called for a voluntary recall in deference to FDA’s stated concerns.
There are many possible side effects to steroid use, including liver injury, male infertility, and breast enlargement in males, short stature in children, and an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and death among other health issues.
If you MuscleMaster.com dietary supplements, you should stop using them immediately. If you have experienced any of the above problems, you should contact your physician. You should return any unused products to the company. For instructions call (1-800-240-4767) or e-mail (returns@musclemaster.com) the Company.
In addition, if you had any adverse reactions related to the use of these dietary supplements, you should report them to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online at www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm.
If consuming these or any other dietary supplements has injured you please contact a Philadelphia Injury Attorney for information that may support your case.
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February 9th, 2010
On January 21, 2010, Toyota Motors (TM) suspended sales of 8 models and recalled 2.3 million vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals, since the accelerator pedals stick even without a floor mat. Models affected included the RAV4 crossover (2009-2010), Corolla (2009-2010), Matrix (2009-2010), Avalon (2005-2010), Camry (2007-2010), Highlander (2010), Tundra (2007-2010) and Sequoia (2008-2010). Toyota has also decided to stop production in several plants for at least a week.
The recall actually began back in September when Toyota called back 3.8 million vehicles after a California crash killed a Highway Patrol officer and three members of his family. At the time it was thought that a rubber floor mat could have covered the accelerator pedal.
As a temporary measure, Toyota told their dealers to shorten the length of the gas pedal. Toyota is also developing replacement pedals for the affected vehicles, and these are expected to be available around April 2010. In addition, some vehicles will have a “smart brake,” installed to make sure the vehicle stops even if a driver presses the brake and the accelerator pedals at the same time.
If you are driving, and the accelerator pedal sticks remember that the vehicle can be controlled by firmly applying the brake. Do not pump the brake. You can also put the vehicle into neutral and shut off the engine. If you are a Toyota owner and you have questions, contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.
As a Philadelphia Auto Accident Attorney, I am closely watching the recall proceedings. If a faulty accelerator pedal has affected you, give us a call to discuss your options.
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February 9th, 2010
On January 25 the PA House of Representatives passed a bill banning hand held devices while driving that would impose a $50 fine on drivers using cell phones without hands-free devices. The Senate still has to vote on this bill. Currently 7 states (California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Utah, and Washington) and the District of Columbia ban driving while talking or texting on a cell phone.
Findings on the increased use of Hand-Held Devices among all drivers were reviled in September 2009 during the Distracted Driving Summit in Washington, DC hosted by Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. LaHood asked over 250 safety experts and industry representatives to help disclose the dangers distracted driving.
At the time, LaHood sited National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports showing nearly 6,000 people died and 500,000 people were injured in 2008 in crashes involving a distracted driver. The report also stated that every day in 2008, 800,000 people using a hand-held cell phone were also driving. The reports also show that the worst offenders are less than 20 years of age. For more information on the summit, watch Secretary LaHood’s video blog on distracted driving at www.dot.gov.
As a Philadelphia Accident Attorney I see the results of distracted driving on a daily basis, and I realize the importance of passing this bill. I just hope the PA Senate follows the lead of the House and passes this legislation.
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