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E-Cigarette Smokers Are at Risk of Personal Injury

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E-cigarettes are very popular with people who are trying to quit smoking, and with people who want to continue to smoke but are trying to reduce the side effects to their health. Additionally, some people use e-cigarettes in places where traditional cigarettes are banned. But despite their growing popularity, e-cigarettes can also be dangerous for more than just their nicotine content. They can malfunction, which can cause explosions, fires, and severe burns. Whether they are called e-cigs, vaping devices, vapor pens, or something else, they all have the potential to cause significant personal injury. How Do E-Cigarettes Work? Personal injury attorneys have taken numerous cases where e-cigarettes have exploded or caught fire. The reason this happens is that the e-cigarette is designed to provide an experience that is very similar to an actual cigarette. In order to do that, the heating element inside the e-cigarette must heat the liquid that is used by these devices to a boiling point so that vapor is produced. The vapor is then inhaled by the user. To reach the right temperature quickly and properly, the heating element must have a viable source of power, which is generally a lithium-ion battery. Why Are E-Cigarettes Exploding? If the electrolyte fluid in the battery overheats, the battery can expand so much that it ruptures. This can cause an actual explosion, but in some cases causes a fire without that explosion. The battery is located inside a cylinder, and that tube is usually made out of a thin metal such as aluminum, or even out of plastic. When an e-cigarette explodes, the user's hands and arms are at risk of personal injury, as are the neck and face. These are the areas where injuries most commonly occur, although e-cigarettes placed in shirt or pants pockets can also malfunction and cause harm. Get Help for Your Personal Injury Case If you or a loved one has been injured by an e-cigarette explosion, contact The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth at 1-888-517-9888 and get your questions answered. You may have a personal injury case and could be awarded damages. Working with an attorney familiar with these types of cases can give you the information you need, so you can decide whether to move forward with a claim. There are laws in place to protect people from dangerous or damaging products, and having a legal advocate on your side can help you receive the compensation you deserve. Source http://www.natlawreview.com/article/e-cigarette-explosion-injuries-california  
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HOTTEST TOY OF THE YEAR PRESENTS HUGE THREAT FOR PERSONAL INJURY

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Since the movie Back to the Future II presented the idea in 1989, the release of the long-awaited hoverboard has resulted in many ER trips, dangerous spills, and even a few bursting into flames for no apparent reason. CNN Money reports that there are already lawsuits in the works – one in Alabama was filed after the hoverboard caused a fire in a private home. Another case, in New York, is seeking class action status against the hoverboard maker Swagway as a result of their product catching fire while charging in his home. Current reports state that the US Consumer Product Safety Commission is investigating 22 hoverboard fires in 17 states. This has led many college campuses throughout the country, including Boston University, to ban the boards from all campus buildings amid fire fears. Other universities that have made similar prohibitions include Boston College, Emerson College, George Washington University, and the University of South Carolina, among others. More are expected – at least until a determination has been made about hoverboard safety. Some are blaming the fire hazard on inferior or counterfeit lithium-ion batteries that are often used in knock-off products. In addition to fires occurring with the hoverboards, there are at least two reports of the board exploding: one in New Jersey and another in Louisiana. While many eyes are focused on the fire risk, there are also substantial personal injury risks related to falls from hoverboards. These risks include traumatic brain injuries (particularly among those not wearing helmets), spinal cord injuries, and more. In the instance of the Swagway suit, the CNN Money report claims the company will “vigorously defend” itself against the lawsuit. That may be the case with many companies who create hoverboards. But, considering the risk factors associated with riding hoverboards, it is in your best interest to contact a personal injury attorney if you or someone you love has been injured by falling off a hoverboard – or if you have suffered property damage as a result of one catching on fire. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth is happy to consult with you to determine whether or not you have a possible case against your hoverboard manufacturer. Call today to schedule your consultation.