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Injuries from Casely Power Pods Mount as Consumer Product Safety Commission and Casely Announce Second Recall

On April 16, 2026, the Consumer Product Safety Commission issued an additional recall of the Casely Power Pod 5000mAh portable MagSafe wireless phone charger, model E33A due to risks the lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing risk of serious injury or death. (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Casely-Reannounces-Recall-of-Wireless-Portable-Power-Banks-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-One-Fatality-Reported-After-2025-Recall). This was the second recall of the Casely Power Pods, Model E33A, as Consumer Product Safety…

April 30, 2026The Brandi Law Firm

Consumer Safety

BISSELL Steam Shot Recall

On April 9, 2026, Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of about 1.7 million BISSELL Steam Shot OmniReach Steam Cleaners due to risk the steam cleaners’ attachments can unexpectedly detach and pose a severe burn hazard. (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/BISSELL-Recalls-Over-One-Million-Steam-Shot-OmniReach-Steam-Cleaners-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Hazard-from-Attachments.) This recall involves Steam Shot OmniReach and Steam Shot Omni Steam Cleaners with attachments, with model numbers 4155, 4155L, 4155W, 4155G, 4155D,…

April 27, 2026The Brandi Law Firm

Dangerous Road Condition

State Route 108/120 Claims Another Life

The stretch of State Route 108/120 running from Oakdale to the Tuolumne County line looks unassuming and rural. However, the two-lane, five-mile segment between Kennedy and Lancaster is one of the worst stretches of road in California. From 1997 to 2010, there were 18 cross-over crashes resulting in 23 deaths on this very stretch of roadway. From 2013 to 2019,…

March 4, 2026The Brandi Law Firm

Firm News

Changes in Medical Causation Reduces Injustice to Injured Plaintiffs

California recently enacted Evidence Code section 801.1 which holds all testifying doctors to the same standard for the basis of their opinions as to cause of injury. Plaintiff has the burden of proof to establish that Plaintiff’s injuries were caused by the Defendant’s conduct to a reasonable degree of medical certainty, which generally translates more likely true than not. Doctors…

December 14, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Firm News

Peloton Recalls Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

On November 6, 2025, Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of 833,000 Peloton Original Series Bike+ Model PL02. (www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Peloton-Recalls-Original-Series-Bike-Exercise-Bikes-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards.) This recall involves Peloton Original Series Bike+ units, with model number PL02 and serial numbers beginning with the letter “T” due to a hazard involving the bike’s seat post assembly which can break during use, […]

November 11, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Firm News

Casely Power Pod Fire/ Recalls

Our office is currently representing a woman whose Casely Power Pod exploded while she was using her phone resulting in serious injuries. The Casely Power Pod 5000mAh portable Magsafe wireless phone charger, model E33A has been recalled. Casely advised users “Immediately stop using your Casely Power pods” and gave instructions on replacement and disposal (Casely.com). […]

November 6, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Car Accident

What happens if you are partly at fault in a car accident

A car crash in California can feel overwhelming when you suffer injuries because suddenly you have medical needs, insurance questions, repair costs and lost work at the same time. As the dust settles, the situation becomes harder when you realize you share some blame for the accident. California follows a pure comparative fault system. You […]

October 3, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Car Accident

When a pothole causes a car crash

Most motor vehicle crashes occur due to human error. Drivers make the wrong decisions in traffic or break the law, leading to a wreck. Some collisions are the result of questionable vehicle design or vehicle maintenance issues. A small percentage of crashes occur due to issues with infrastructure. Intersections with poor visibility and other design […]

October 1, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Car Accident

How sharing crash videos can backfire

Accidents can feel overwhelming, and in the heat of the moment, it is natural to want to reach out. You might feel the urge to post a video or go live to show what just happened. It may seem like a way to protect yourself, let loved ones know you are okay or even capture […]

September 30, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Personal Injury

What is the California Tort Claims Act?

People who suffer injuries on government property or because of something a government entity did may not know what options they have for seeking compensation. In California, these cases are handled under the California Tort Claims Act. This act sets the rules for what happens if an individual opts to bring a claim against a […]

September 12, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Car Accident

Understanding road rage and the law

Driving can bring out strong emotions. When frustration turns into anger, it can quickly lead to aggressive behavior on the road. Road rage can have real legal consequences. Many drivers underestimate how quickly a moment of anger can spiral into actions that put others at risk. You may not think of everyday stress as a […]

September 10, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

Car Accident

Why people in car crashes may overlook their injuries

Most injuries are painful. Some of them are also visibly obvious. Lacerations and bruises are easy to identify. People could also notice broken bones because body parts are painful to use or twisted into an abnormal position. Typically, all parties in a motor vehicle when a crash occurs will check themselves for signs of injury. […]

August 11, 2025The Brandi Law Firm

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Injuries from Casely Power Pods Mount as Consumer Product Safety Commission and Casely Announce Second Recall

BISSELL Steam Shot Recall

State Route 108/120 Claims Another Life

Changes in Medical Causation Reduces Injustice to Injured Plaintiffs

Peloton Recalls Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Casely Power Pod Fire/ Recalls

What happens if you are partly at fault in a car accident

When a pothole causes a car crash

How sharing crash videos can backfire

What is the California Tort Claims Act?

Understanding road rage and the law

Why people in car crashes may overlook their injuries

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