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After buying a Christmas present, usually your worst fear is that they won't like it. The idea that a claim for product liability compensation will have to be made following the giving of your gift is a thought that most don't even contemplate.
With the rush of Christmas, few take the time to check every item they buy to ensure that they meet the high quality you expect. Consumers should be able to trust that the products they buy are of a reasonable quality and will not cause any harm to the people they give it as a gift to.
While the most likely cause of injury from a toy comes from tripping over it, every parent wants to know their children are safe when they open their presents.
The tragic case of a seven year-old found dead by his mother during the Christmas holidays in 2006 sadly illustrates the potential dangers of children's toys. After using his games console charger, the boy was electrocuted and died instantly.
Since his death, the Buckinghamshire trading standards officers have discovered thousands of unsafe chargers that have arrived in the UK form China. All found had the CE mark which prompted trading standards officers to declare that "self-regulation of the CE mark is broken".
This has prompted a wholesale review of the CE marking system across the UK. While most consumers see the mark as a stamp of safety or quality, its primary purpose is as a stamp allowing free movement of goods across the EU.
However, a spokesperson for the Department of Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR) said that the CE mark was part of a "highly successful" regulation scheme that boosted trade across European borders, and eased the burden of bureaucracy on businesses.
During the economic downturn, the market for cheaper, occasionally dangerous goods is expected to grow which could make consumers more vulnerable to cheap, poorly made, unsafe goods.
Parents are urged to make several checks before purchasing toys. Checks for the lion mark should be made - this shows that the product has met certain safety standards and the age restriction should be checked and adhered to.
Make a product liability compensation claim
At YouClaim we believe that if a manufacturer produces goods that are unsafe and cause harm to users, they should be held accountable. If you have brought a product that has proved faulty and caused you harm, we can help you make a product liability claim for it.
Our team of personal injury lawyers all work to a no win, no fee policy meaning that even if your case is not successful, you will not be charged a single penny. You will also receive 100% of any compensation awarded to you.
So why not call us today for free legal advice and information about how to gain product liability compensation.
