On August 15, 2020, 4moms issued a recall for their MamaRoo Baby Swing (Versions 1.0 through 4.0) and for their RockaRoo Baby Rockers. According to the recall, recall number 22-200, when either the swing or the rocker are not in use, their restraint straps can dangle below the seat; this poses a risk of crawling infants becoming entangled in the straps, which is a significant strangulation hazard.
The affected model numbers include the following:
- MamaRoo Models: 4M-005, 1026, 1037
- RockaRoo Model: 4M-012
The recall has affected approximately 2 million of the MamaRoo Swings and 220,000 of the RockaRoo Rockers. The swings and rockers included in the recall were sold at BuyBuyBaby and Target stores nationwide. They were also sold online at Amazon.com and 4moms.com. The affected products were available from January 2010 through August 2022 for prices ranging from $160 to $250.
The company has received at least two reports of incidents consisting of infants becoming entangled in the straps of an unoccupied MamaRoo swing after crawling under the seat. One of the victims was a 10-month-old who, unfortunately, died from asphyxiation. The other victim was also a 10-month-old who was ultimately rescued by a caregiver, although he did sustain bruising on his neck. There has been no incidents surrounding the RockaRoo.
The company is urging consumers with infants who can crawl to immediately stop using the swings and rockers affected by the recall and place them somewhere inaccessible to crawling infants. Additionally, the company is urging consumers to contact 4moms to register for a free strap fastener to prevent the straps from being under the swing when not in use. The company is contacting all known purchasers.
The company’s contact information can be found below:
- Phone: 877-870-7390 (Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm ET)
- Email: safetyandrecall@4moms.com
- Websites: https://www.4momsrecall.expertinquiry.com/ or https://www.4moms.com
If your infant died or sustained injuries due to the recalled infant swing or rockers, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against 4moms. For more information about the legal options available to you, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. The lawyers here at the Normandie Law Firm are more than ready to take on your product liability lawsuit and help you fight for your rights. If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you, contact the experts at our law firm today.
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Possible Injuries Associated with the Recalled Infant Swings and Rockers
As explained above, the recalled products represent a strangulation risk to infants, which already resulted in death due to asphyxiation and neck bruises in the two reported cases. Some of the injuries that can occur due to strangulation can include the following:
- Soft tissue injuries
- Esophageal injuries
- Injuries to the larynx
- Injuries to the trachea
- Cervical spine injuries
- Injuries to the laryngeal nerves
- Injuries to facial nerves
- Brain damage
- Cuts, scrapes, and bruises
- Death due to asphyxiation
Even when death does not occur, the resulting harm can be devastating. No matter the harm that your infant child suffered because of the defective infant swing or rocker, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against the product manufacturer.
What Steps to Take to Prepare for a Product Liability Lawsuit
If your infant child was harmed because of a defective product, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit against the product manufacturer. You might be wondering what to do if your infant was injured by a defective product. Consider some of the following recommendations:
- Take photos of the defective product
- Take photos of any visible injuries resulting from the defective product
- Seek medical attention for any injuries as soon as possible (if your infant died, ensure that the cause of death is clear)
- Contact the company and report the incident and resulting harm
- Never agree to a refund, a repair, or to return the defective product
- Stop using the defective product and keep it in a safe place as-is (do not tamper with it in any way)
- Gather all relevant medical records
- Gather all relevant records of the purchase of the product (including receipts, order confirmations, etc.)
- Gather any video footage that might have captured the incident
- Speak to witnesses and collect their contact information
- Seek legal assistance as soon as possible
You might be asking yourself how to file a lawsuit and how to file a claim against the company. As mentioned above, you will need to report the incident to the company. The company’s contact information (including contact number, claims phone number, email address, and websites) is listed above. After contacting the company to report the harm that your infant suffered, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
After such a difficult experience, it can be difficult to figure out what to do next. If you are unsure of what to do after your infant was harmed by a defective 4moms swing or rocker, do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at our law firm immediately. Our lawyers are ready to guide you every step of the way.
What is the Average Compensation Value for these Cases?
If your product liability lawsuit is successful, you could be entitled to recover compensation. The compensation that you could recover could include the following: medical costs; lost earnings; pain and suffering; funeral and burial costs; loss of consortium; punitive damages; legal fees. The specific type and amount of compensation that you could have grounds to recover will be based on the specific details surrounding your claim. For instance, a claim consisting of only minor bruises is likely to be worth a lot less than a claim consisting of nerve injuries. On a similar note, a claim consisting of brain damage will be worth a lot more – as brain damage tends to be a permanent injury that can affect many aspects of the victim and family’s life. Cases where the injury required long-term medical care can sometimes be worth more than cases where death is instant, for instance. It is also important to note that wrongful death claims gain value because of funeral and burial costs and loss of consortium. These cases can be worth anywhere from $150,000 to $750,000 depending on specific details. For more information about the possible value of your claim, contact us today.
How Long Does It Take to Settle These Cases?
Here at our law firm, our lawyers are completely dedicated to settling these cases within a reasonable length of time. Most cases can be settled within six to eight months. However, different complications can extend the settlement process. Even minor issues can cause cases to take closer to twelve months to settle. Moderate to severe issues can causes cases to take closer to eighteen months to settle. Some cases can take over two years to settle.
If you are unhappy with the time that your current legal team is taking to settle your case, you always have the option to switch representation. Contact us for a free second opinion. If you decide to switch lawyers and allow our team to handle your claim, you can trust that our experts will do everything possible to get you a fair recovery within a reasonable length of time.
Can I File a Claim on Behalf of My Child that Died?
Yes – you could file a claim if your child died due to a defective product. Who could file a claim? If you are the victim’s parent, then you can sue. This applies to adoptive parents as well – as long as you are a legal parent, then you could have the right to sue for the death of your child.
Can I File a Claim on Behalf of My Child for Injuries Caused by a Defective Product?
If your child survived his or her injuries, you could still sue on behalf of your child. However, you can choose not to sue. Your child will be able to sue once he or she becomes a legal adult. The applicable statute of limitation (or deadline to sue) will pause until your child becomes of age.
Can I File a Class Action Lawsuit?
In cases like these, there are usually many victims; therefore, mass torts and class action claims are likely. How can I join a class action lawsuit? How can I be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? In general, joining a class action lawsuit can be simple; claimants can either opt in or opt out. Is there a class action lawsuit? Since the recall is still recent, there is no class action lawsuit yet, but this does not mean that a class action lawsuit will not occur. Can I file a class action lawsuit? Yes – you can file a class action lawsuit. You will need to contact a recall lawyer or a class action lawyer who can help you start this process.
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Si su hijo o hija sufrió lesiones o murió por culpa de un producto de 4moms, incluyendo el RockaRoo y el MamaRoo, puede que usted tenga el derecho a someter una demanda. Es sumamente importante que usted busque ayuda legal en cuanto le sea posible para aprender mas sobre sus derechos y empezar el proceso legal. Para mas información, no dude en contactarnos en cuanto le sea posible. Nuestros abogados están listos para evaluar su caso y ayudarle a recuperar la recompensa que se le debe.
Contact the Normandie Law Firm Today
Here at our law firm, we have decades of experience handling all sorts of personal injury claims, including defective product and product liability claims. If your infant sustained injuries or died as a result of the defective MamaRoo and RockaRoo products manufactured by 4moms, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit – it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible to learn more about your right to sue.
We offer free case evaluations, including free initial consultations and free second opinions, which ensure that you can access all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. Our Zero-Fee guarantee ensures that you will not be required to pay any upfront legal costs for our legal services. We also work on contingency, so you will not be required to pay any legal fees until winning your claim – if you do not win, you will not pay.
If you are ready to speak with our lawyers, contact us at your earliest convenience. We are ready to help you during this difficult time.
