A recall has been issued on Luxor Workspaces’ Audiovisual Carts, which have resulted in the deaths of 3 children, along with serious injuries to one child. The incident was caused by a Luxor A/V cart tipping over and causing a cathode-ray tube (CRT) TV to fall on top of the victims. Due to these incidents, Luxor is recalling over 80,000 carts that were sold throughout the U.S. and Canada. The recall involves the following models:
- WT42 “Tuffy” plastic cart
- LP-DUO/TPDUOEQ plastic cart
- W42/AVJ42/SS-AVJ42 metal cart
Specific model numbers for the recalled units are available at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Luxor-Workspaces-Recalls-Audiovisual-Carts-Due-to-Serious-Tip-Over-Hazard-Three-Deaths-Reported. Consumers can also contact the manufacturer directly to verify if their A/V cart is part of the recall. If so, Luxor is offering a metal ballast kit that will add weight and stability to the lower shelf. The kit also includes a warning label indicating that no more than 25 pounds should be placed on each shelf.
However, one has to question why these precautions weren’t taken in the first place, considering how long audiovisual carts have been around in schools, churches, and day care centers. Furthermore, a repair kit doesn’t fix anything for someone that’s already been injured by one of these carts. If you or someone you know had an accident involving a Luxor Workspaces A/V Cart, contact us immediately to speak with one of our attorneys. You may be entitled to compensation from a product liability lawsuit, which we can explain to you in detail during a free case evaluation.
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Injuries from a Falling Object Accident
An A/V cart supports a variety of heavy objects, such as televisions, projectors, and computer monitors. Structural integrity is critical to ensuring that these units do not tip over and cause the following injuries:
- Broken bones
- Deep cuts and puncture wounds
- Skull fracture
- Traumatic brain injury
- Shoulder / neck injury
- Paralysis
The cost of treating these and other conditions associated with falling objects can place a huge strain on your finances. Compensation, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering may be available to you from a lawsuit against the manufacturer. Contact us immediately if you’d like to learn more about the damages we can recover on your behalf.
Is the Manufacturer Responsible for my Accident?
Because California operates under the system of strict liability, manufacturers are responsible if someone is injured due to an issue that existed with the product before it left their possession. These issues include poor design, insufficient hardware, lack of quality control, and many other problems that can be traced to the manufacturing process. Aside from the manufacturer, the distributor, wholesaler, and various other entities may be liable in a lawsuit for a defective product.
Figuring out which parties to go after is crucial to obtaining maximum payment from a recalled product injury case. Our lawyers can help you figure out who is responsible for your accident or the death of your loved one during a free consultation at our office.
Wrongful Death Compensation for Family Members
Tragically, three innocent lives were lost as a result of this product’s instability. There’s no amount of money that can truly make things right after the loss of a family member. However, a wrongful death claim is the only way for loved ones to achieve justice in these cases, along with compensation for their financial losses. Here are the monetary damages that may be available to you:
- Funeral expenses
- Cost of medical treatments
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of expected income / benefits
- Pain and suffering
- Legal fees
For more information on the legal process for a wrongful death lawsuit, please contact our office.
Steps to Take if You’ve been Hurt by an Unstable A/V Cart
If a defective Luxor A/V Cart tips over and causes injuries to you or someone else, here are the steps you should take:
- Call 911 and get to a hospital right away if the injuries are severe / life-threatening.
- If at all possible, take photos of the accident scene and any visible injuries.
- Ask witnesses for written statements or get their contact info so that you can reach out to them later.
- Call the manufacturer to let them know what happened, making sure to say no if they ask for a recorded statement. If they offer a repair kit, refund, or any other remedy, say no until you’ve spoken with an attorney.
- Start a collection of evidence that can help your case – photos of your injuries, hospital bills, witness statements, proof of days missed from work, etc.
- Consult an experienced product liability lawyer as soon as possible.
Class Action Lawsuits for a Defective Product Accident Case
Around 84,700 of these carts were sold in the U.S., which means countless people are at risk of injuries or death from this product. If you are one of these victims, you may be asking yourself, “How can I joint a class action lawsuit on this case?”
Class action claims and mass torts are likely to happen with these cases, and we can help you join one of these as they become available. The key is to take action right away by contacting us to learn about your rights and legal options. Please give us a call to schedule a free case review with a class action lawyer.
Legal Advice from a Lawyer with Experience in Defective Product Lawsuits
We expect that the products we buy have gone through rigorous testing, especially when they are meant to be used by and around children. That’s why these cases of unstable A/V carts are so disturbing, and why we are passionate in our commitment to those who have been affected by this product. If you or your child sustained injuries from a defective Luxor Workspaces audiovisual cart, please talk to an attorney at our office without delay.
Your initial consultation is completely free, and so are the rest of our services if you decide to hire us. Our payment is covered by the product manufacturer along with your settlement award, so we only get paid by winning your case. That’s a promise under the Zero Fee Guarantee, which means you will never pay upfront for legal representation by one of our legal experts.
For a free consultation with a product recall lawyer, contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm.
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