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‘Signature Gourmet’ and ‘Crofton’ Brands of Personal Blenders Recalled After

About 124,000 personal kitchen blenders sold at stores nationwide have been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission after more than a dozen reports of severe cuts surfaced. The cuts occurred when the units unexpectedly turned on while users were handling them.

The blenders were made in China and sold under two brand model names in stores around the United States. The Signature Gourmet brand was imported by East West Distributing Co. of Deerfield, Ill., and sold in Walgreens stores from July 2006 through March 2008 for about $16. The Crofton Personal Blenders were imported by Atico International of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and sold at Aldi stores from May 2007 through March 2008 for about $13.

As of August 2008, the companies have received reports of 14 cuts, including 11 cases which required medical treatment and stitches. Users told company officials that the blenders suddenly turned on while the users were either removing or replacing the blending cup on the unit.

If you or a loved one has been injured by either the Signature Gourmet or Crofton brands of personal blenders, you may have rights. These models of blenders may have been defectively designed or built and you may be eligible to receive financial compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. Contact Mark & Associates, P.C. for a complimentary, no-obligation review of your possible case by submitting the case inquiry form on this page or calling 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).

Two Blender Models Involved

The voluntary recall was announced on August 7, 2008 and involved the Signature Gourmet and Crofton models of personal blenders. Both models are white and have three separate parts consisting of a base, a metal blade, and a blending cup. The model names are printed on the front of the base. The model numbers “SB-19” or “W14A3691” are printed on a label found at the bottom of the base.

Consumers who bought the blenders should stop using the recalled models immediately and call Atico International USA for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. Consumers who were cut or otherwise injured by these blender models are encouraged to seek legal advice by calling Mark & Associates, P.C. at 1-866-50-RIGHTS (1-866-507-4448).