Special Episode 8 - James Swartz

Hello, Fellow Trial Lawyers! In the latest episode of Trial Lawyer View, host Jason Lazarus speaks with James Swartz from Swartz & Swartz, delving into his pivotal role as a consumer advocate and founder of World Against Toys Causing Harm (WATCH). James emphasizes the crucial message that consumers should not assume toys are safe simply because they are on store shelves. He passionately highlights the overarching issue of manufacturers prioritizing marketing over safety, underscoring the need for stringent regulations and robust testing standards to prevent hazards like design flaws and inadequate warnings which harm children. Drawing from his extensive litigation experience, James shares some impactful examples of how litigation has spurred significant changes in product design and regulatory practices, ensuring accountability and advocating for safer consumer products. He highlights two cases, one involving the drowning of a child and another case where a child became entrapped by a container, where his legal tactics resulted in significant results for his clients. Tune in to gain valuable insights from James Swartz’s extensive experience related to child consumer safety. Thanks for listening! Jason D. Lazarus, Esq.