Defective Toys

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Was Your Child Injured by a Defective Toy in Cincinnati?

Any injuries caused by defective or poorly designed products are abhorrent and shouldn’t happen. All manufacturers have a duty to design and sell products that are safe for consumers to use – but there is an argument to be made that some product defects are worse than others. One of those particularly heinous categories is undoubtedly defective toys.

Seeing your children injured is always painful, but it can be even more traumatic when you know they were injured by a gift or toy you, a family member or a friend bought them specifically to bring joy into their young lives. The safety of children should be of the utmost importance to everyone, and toy manufacturers have a particularly vital duty to design, manufacture and sell toys that are safe and won’t lead to injuries.

When toy designers and manufacturers fail in this duty, they absolutely need to be held accountable – and fast. The best way to prevent additional child injuries is by getting these toys off the shelves as soon as possible and then discouraging similar future mistakes with costly claims or, in severe cases, even lawsuits.

The team at the Buckeye Law Group are passionate about the safety, health and happiness of all Cincinnati children. If your son or daughter was injured by a defective or dangerous toy, we’ll fight for your family.

Common Types of Toy Defects and Dangers

• Small parts or detachable components: Toys with small parts or easily detachable components can pose a choking hazard to young children.
• Sharp edges or points: Toys with sharp edges or points can cause cuts, puncture wounds or eye injuries.
• Toxic materials: Some toys may contain toxic substances like lead, phthalates or hazardous chemicals, which can be harmful if ingested or inhaled.
• Strangulation hazards: Toys with long cords, strings or straps can pose a risk of strangulation for young children.
• Projectile hazards: Toys that shoot projectiles, like dart guns or slingshots, can cause eye injuries or other bodily harm. The projectiles themselves may also be choking hazards.
• Inadequate age labeling: Toys that are not properly labeled for the appropriate age group can pose risks to children who are too young to safely play with them.
• Electrical hazards: Battery-operated toys with faulty wiring or design can pose risks of burns, electrocution or fire.
• Noise hazards: Toys that produce loud noises can pose a risk of hearing damage in children.
• Swallowable magnets: Some toys contain small, powerful magnets that can be easily swallowed. If multiple magnets are ingested, they can attract each other within the gastrointestinal tract, causing serious internal injuries or blockages.

The types of injuries caused by dangerous toys or toy defects can vary based on the specific hazard involved. Some common injuries include:

• Choking or suffocation: Small parts or detachable components can be swallowed or inhaled by young children, causing choking or suffocation. Anoxic and hypoxic injuries caused by a loss of oxygen to the brain can occur in a matter of minutes, resulting in potentially long-term disabilities or even death.
• Cuts or puncture wounds: Sharp edges or points on toys can cause cuts or puncture wounds. These types of injuries can result in serious blood loss and scars, even when treated quickly.
• Poisoning: Ingestion or inhalation of toxic substances found in some toys can lead to poisoning. The specific type of poisoning and the short and long-term effects vary based on the substance but can potentially lead to life-long consequences.
• Strangulation: Long cords, strings, or straps on toys can pose a risk of strangulation. Like choking or suffocation, these situations may be fatal or can cause significant developmental challenges due to anoxic brain injuries.
• Eye injuries: Projectile toys or toys with sharp points can cause eye injuries, including scratches or damage to the cornea. These injuries may cause life-long disabilities.
• Burns or electrocution: Faulty electrical wiring or design in battery-operated toys can cause burns or electrocution. Burns may lead to permanent scars which can have far-reaching consequences for a child’s self-esteem and wellbeing.
• Hearing damage: Loud noises produced by toys can cause hearing damage, particularly in young children, potentially leading to some degree of partial or total permanent hearing loss.
• Internal injuries or blockages: Swallowing small, powerful magnets can lead to serious internal injuries or blockages in the gastrointestinal tract. Expensive and risky surgeries may be necessary to remove the blockage.