There’s no denying that household appliances make

our lives much easier.

After all, they help us cook our food, clean the dishes,

keep us warm, wash our clothes, and keep our

homes tidy.

Unfortunately, appliances also present dangers for

thousands of homes each year.

Some appliances have

been known to emit

carbon monoxide and

other harmful poisons

while others are electrical

hazards and cause fires.

In fact, according to the U.S. Consumer Product

Safety Commission, or CPSC, there are 30 deaths

and 430 injuries every year from faulty dryers and

washing machines alone.

Nearly every type of appliance can be dangerous to

users, but some appliances are known to cause more

injuries and deaths than others, including:

Statistics from the CPSC reveal that washers and dryers are responsible for more than 16,000 house fires every year.

Sadly, dryers with defective lint collectors or exhaust ducts cause fires and burn homeowners far too often.

Washing machines are also prime breeding grounds for mold and illness-causing bacteria.

Given the environment they create, it’s not surprising that studies conducted by experts in the field of environmental microbiology have discovered that…

• Coliform bacteria exist in 60% of washing machines

• E-coli lives in approximately 10% of washing machines

Inside of every dishwasher lies an internal circuit board that is responsible for running the appliance from start to finish through each cycle.

Unfortunately, this one essential component is also responsible for more than its fair share of product liability claims.

In some dishwashers, faulty circuit boards have been known to burn plastic components and wires inside the appliance, resulting in a fire.

In fact, there were many instances in 2012 in which consumers complained they experienced these same issues with Whirlpool and GE dishwashers.

Another potential danger that can lead to illness is the ineffectiveness of a dishwasher.

Typically, this is due to a faulty cycling process that leaves dishes bacteria-ridden and unclean.

Therefore, it’s important to never use dishes that aren’t fully cleaned or dried after being run through a full cycle.

Faulty furnaces and other types of heating appliances can be extremely dangerous.

If carbon monoxide leaks out of these appliances, the poisonous gas can cause heart problems, cognitive problems, and even death.

Sometimes a furnace may have a defect.

In other cases, however, people have been injured by furnaces that have been improperly maintained by their landlord or property manager.

Defective ranges can emit carbon monoxide fumes that go unnoticed by users.

The CPSC reports that 200 people die from carbon monoxide exposure each year.

A staggering 10,000 more people are injured by carbon monoxide poisoning as well.

Microwaves, slow cookers, blenders, toasters, and other countertop appliances can also be defective and dangerous.

These small devices can suffer from electrical defects that may start fires, potentially making them a serious threat to your home.

In addition to these common faulty appliances, gas grills, vacuums, refrigerators, and other appliances can also be faulty and pose a threat.

Product liability attorneys have seen thousands of cases involving faulty appliances over the years, providing a testament to just how dangerous they can be.

When you need an experienced attorney who will

handle your case himself, ensuring that the legal

system treats you and your family fairly, call the

Millea Law Firm.

Matt Millea’s focus is on

personal injury and wrongful

death.

He will work directly with you,

giving you individual attention

and personally preparing your

case.

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Note: Appliances shown are for illustration purposes only and are

not examples of defective products.