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1 Million Fitbits Recalled After Reports of Burn Injuries

google recalls 1 million Fitbit Ionic devicesGoogle has initiated the recall of a million Fitbit Ionic devices after receiving reports of burns ranging from first- to third-degree from overheating batteries. The Ionic was in production from 2017 to 2020 and sold for approximately $300.

115 reports of overheating battery events have been received in the United States. 78 have been tied to injuries including four claims of second-degree burns and two users reporting ...

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Lopez McHugh Attorney Taking Exploding Vape Battery Case to Federal Court

Pennsylvania man sues over exploding 18650 battery represented by Lopez McHugh attorney Michael KatzA Pennsylvania man represented by Lopez McHugh Attorney Michael Katz will have his case heard in federal court as he fights for compensation after a vape battery exploded in his pocket and left him with severe burns and ongoing pain.

The battery was manufactured by Sony and is what is known as an 18650. Prior to the meteoric growth of ...

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