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Recalled Bed Rail Leads to Tragic Death: A Case of Product Liability

Brand Name

Medical King

Manufacturer

MEDICAL KING USA

Model Name

Medical King Bed Assist Rail Adult Bed Rails

Product Description

Medical King Adult Portable Bed Rail it is brown and the recall number is 25-046

Case Details

A consumer recently reported that their 79-year-old mother tragically lost her life after using a Medical King Adult Portable Bed Rail, a product that was later recalled due to safety concerns. According to the report, the bed rail was purchased from Amazon on July 23, 2023. The consumer was later notified that the product had been recalled due to safety hazards. Unfortunately, by that time, it was too late.

On April 5, 2024, the elderly woman, who had been using the recalled bed rail, rolled off the bed, became entangled, and passed away. This tragic accident occurred in her home, highlighting the dangers of defective medical assistive devices.

Injury Brief

Portable bed rails are designed to provide support and prevent falls, particularly for seniors and individuals with mobility challenges. However, when poorly designed or manufactured with defects, they can pose serious risks, including:

    • Entrapment hazards, where a person can become stuck between the rail and the mattress.

    • Collapse or detachment, leading to falls.

    • Suffocation risks, particularly for elderly or disabled users.

In this case, the Medical King Portable Bed Rail was subject to a recall (Recall No. 25-046) due to potential safety risks. Recalls like these occur when products fail to meet safety standards and pose a risk of serious injury or death.

Retailers

The Medical King Adult Portable Bed Rails were sold online through major retailers, with approximately 222,000 units distributed between January 2020 and March 2024 for about $40. Consumers who purchased this product should stop using it immediately and check if they own a recalled unit. The bed rails were available on Amazon, Walmart, Target Plus, eBay, Kohl’s, and Medical King USA. If you bought this product from any of these retailers, you should review the recall details and contact the seller or manufacturer for a refund or replacement. For more information, visit the official Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website.

Liability

Manufacturers and retailers have a legal duty to ensure that their products are safe for consumers. When a defect is discovered, they must take swift action, including issuing recalls and notifying customers. However, delays in communication or failure to reach all affected buyers can result in tragic outcomes, as seen in this case.

If a dangerous or defective product has harmed you or a loved one, you may have the right to pursue legal action against the manufacturer, retailer, or other responsible parties.

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