Two models of General Electric coffee makers are being recalled because of reports of overheating, which in some cases, has led to fires and burns. The models, numbered 169164 and 169165, were sold at Wal-Mart from March 2008 through the start of this year.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 2002-2006, over $1.4 billion in property damages results from the approximate 53,000 electrical home fires that occur each year.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective product, call Houston product liability lawyer, Brian Jensen for assistance.

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A Houston 6th grader exposed to electrical current while climbing the tower of a high voltage power line is still hospitalized with severe electrical burns over 70 percent of his body and a broken back. Although only given 24 hours to live, he has survived for six weeks. However, doctors say he will more than likely be a paraplegic for the rest of his life.

The tower, located in the middle of a field, is not surrounded by a fence though warning signs are posted. Some nearby residents are petitioning for fencing or anti-climbing equipment to prevent other youngsters from repeating the same mistake. Children often pass by the towers on their way to the neighborhood recreational areas.

The unfortunate event has raised the issue of attractive nuisance. Attractive Nuisance is: a condition which poses an unreasonable risk of death or serious bodily injury to children who do not realize the risk in coming within the area made dangerous by the condition. Factors such as the child’s age, mental capacity and whether the condition involved a hidden, concealed, or latent danger are considered.

If you or a loved one has been injured through the negligent actions of the owner of an attractive nuisance, contact Houston premise liability lawyer, Brian Jensen.

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