Almost everyone is feeling the affects of the uncertain economy. With record low automobile sales and bankruptcies of car manufactures, it is also becoming more difficult to settle a California Lemon Law claim. Everyone hopes that the law and government will take the initiative to protect the rights and claims of consumers, since the consumers are not to blame for the financial problems of the car manufacturers. But, if a company declares bankruptcy, there is no one to hold accountable.

If you have been watching the news lately, it seems that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is constantly recalling food, medications, and pet products for salmonella. Even though we have heard about the problems with salmonella poisoning, many of us are not aware of exactly what it is.

Weeks before the FDA will decide the fate of Avandia to remain on the market, two new studies link the drug to increased heart attacks, heart failure and stroke.

The diabetes drug Avandia (aka rosiglitazone), once the world's top-selling diabetes medication, was approved in 1999 to help people with Type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar. At the time, it was considered a safer alternative than existing diabetes drugs used instead of insulin. Soon after approval, however, the drug was linked to an increased risk of heart failure and bone fractures.

The Toxin Free Babies and Toddlers Act, would ban the use of Bisphenol-A (BPA) from baby bottles and other items that come in contact with children 3 years old and younger. The California Assembly passed the bill on Thursday, so it will return to the Senate for a reconciliation vote in August.

While the iPhone 4 has been declared "the most successful product launch in Apple's history." by Apples CEO Steve Jobs, many people are finding the reception of the latest iPhone less than satisfactory. Poor reception quality, dropped calls and weak signals are the popular complaints allegedly caused by the device being held in a certain way and the electrical conductivity of the user. It is unclear whether a fix could come in the form of a simple software update or if more drastic measures will be required.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a voluntary recall of more than two million cribs to address safety hazards to young children. The cribs involve drop down side models which create a dangerous gap that children can become trapped in, resulting in suffocation or strangulation.

A California jury has awarded the families of Raechel and Jacquelin Houch of Santa Cruz $15 million for a fiery crash which killed both sisters in 2004.

Many studies have shown that "buckling up" saves lives. With the introduction of mandatory seat belt laws, many more Americans are now wearing seat belts. Unfortunately, the increased use has also shown us that there are many belts that do not meet safety standards.

Campbell Soup Supply Company, LLC, of Paris, Texas, is recalling approximately 15,000,000 pounds of "SpaghettiOs with Meatballs" canned products due to possible under-processing, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

South Gate Meat Co. of California., is recalling approximately 35,000 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).