Results achieved in prior matters are not meant to be a guarantee of success as the facts and legal circumstances vary from matter to matter.
Exercise equipment-related injuries have become increasingly common according to the latest available CPSC data. In 2019, 68,296 people sought U.S. hospital emergency room treatment for exercise equipment-related injuries, including an estimated 2,000 children under age 8 who suffered treadmill-related injuries.
Lawsuits have been filed by consumers, including a class action against Peloton Interactive Inc. alleging that its Tread+ treadmills are unsafe and have caused injuries to them and their children. And this is not the only time Peloton equipment safety has been called into question. In late 2020, Peloton Interactive Inc. recalled its fitness bike to address safety concerns. Now the company has issued a recall of its Tread+ treadmills, along with an apology by its CEO. The company has stopped selling and distributing both the Tread+ and Tread products in the United States while it focuses on addressing product safety-related concerns.
While there are a number of ways in which Peloton accidents have occurred, what is important to victims is that, if an accident is caused by an unsafe product or a product defect, those injured and their families may be able to recover financial compensation for the injuries suffered to address medical costs and related losses sustained.
State product liability laws generally require product manufacturers and sellers to make certain their products are safe, and neither defective nor dangerous to users. They must also provide proper warning of injury risks to consumers. If they fail in any of these respects and a product-related injury occurs, the injured party can bring a product liability lawsuit based on the design or manufacturing defect or the inadequate warning and may be able to recover significant damages from the product manufacturer and/or the seller.
When going up against a big company such as Peloton Interactive, Inc., it is advised that victims retain an attorney who is both familiar with representing product liability accident victims and prepared to take a case to trial. In instances when a business is unwilling to settle, a skilled attorney will be especially important to gather, evaluate and present a significant amount of evidence to establish that the product was unsafe or defective or that the warnings were inadequate. In product liability cases, our lawyers will interview witnesses, utilize experts, and build and present a clear and compelling case to maximize recovery for the injured party. At Wilentz, we have recovered compensation for victims harmed by products manufactured by some of the largest companies in the world, including manufacturers and distributors of machine products and parts, household appliances, and residential and commercial equipment.
Wilentz is among the largest personal injury law practices in New Jersey. Our personal injury lawyers have represented thousands of injured people in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, winning more than $2 billion in accrued recoveries for our injured clients. Results achieved in prior matters are not meant to be a guarantee of success as the facts and legal circumstances vary from matter to matter. We are committed to helping our clients receive proper treatment and care for their injuries, and leveraging our vast resources and legal skill to secure the monetary recoveries they deserve.
For a free case evaluation, or if you have questions about the law or your injury, please phone us directly using the phone number found at the top on this page. If you prefer, you can complete our free case evaluation form instead and our client relations representative will contact you as soon as practicable.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission advises Peloton Tread+ owners to:
It is strongly recommended that you consult with or retain counsel to handle a Peloton injury lawsuit. An attorney who is familiar with representing product liability accident victims is likely to better know your rights and can provide skilled representation and support throughout the dispute resolution process.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports the death of a 6-year-old child after being pulled under the rear of the treadmill and that as of May 5, 2021 that Peloton has received 72 reports of adult users, children, pets and/or objects being pulled under the rear of the treadmill, including 29 reports of injuries to children such as second- and third-degree abrasions, broken bones, and lacerations.
Giovanni "John" Anzalone
Co-Chair, Personal Injury Team
Shareholder
732.855.6021
Randall J. Richards
Co-Chair, Personal Injury Team
Shareholder
732.855.6062
