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Choosing Safe Toys for your Child

By Attorney Ray Maples on December 5, 2012

Not all toys are safe for all children. When choosing a toy this Christmas, it is important that you keep in mind your child’s age and skill level. Take the time to read reviews of the product and try to choose products that are safe for your children. In addition to researching toy safety, it is also important to instruct your children about how to safely use a toy. Make sure you read labels and adhere to the age recommendations. Products that are not meant for young children may have small parts that can break and pose a serious choking hazard.

In some cases, the toy itself may not be dangerous, but the packaging material may pose hazards. Plastic wrapping, ties, and packaging materials should be thrown out immediately. It may be in your best interest to stay abreast of recent recalls issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). There are a number of toys and children’s products that are recalled each year because they are defective in some way. Knowing that a product has been recalled can help you prevent a tragic incident.

If a defective toy hurts your child, financial compensation may be available for your losses. The manufacturers of defective products can be held accountable for their negligence. A skilled product manufacturer liability attorney in Oklahoma can help you understand your rights. The experienced attorneys at Maples Law Firm provide free consultations at (405) 705-5050 to anyone who has suffered a loss because of a defective product in Oklahoma. Please contact us today to find out how we can help you.