Take Notice Of These Two Exercise Equipment Defects


Many people started workout regimens at the beginning of the pandemic. They ran out and bought equipment to get going and are still exercising to this day. First off, our hats go off to these individuals. It can be tough to stick to a program without a gym or personal trainer, but they are doing it. Working out helps people lose weight and feel better about themselves. It is also a way to build muscle and increase endurance. Did you know that St. Petersburg residents could be in danger, though? That's right, those of us who bought items might have actually received defective products. That probably doesn't sound like too big of a deal, but it can be. Imagine for a moment that you are in your garage, bedroom, or wherever using the equipment when something goes wrong. You didn't misuse the pieces. In fact, you followed the directions to the T. Yet, the issue occurred, and now you are seriously injured. Depending on how severe the problem is, it could take you weeks, months, or even years to recover. Surgeries, therapies, prescriptions, and doctor visits can all enter the picture. Is it making you cringe just thinking about it? It should; the dollar signs for those services can add up in a hurry. Why should you be responsible for the expenses? Well, in short, you shouldn't. When a defective product injures a St. Petersburg citizen, they might be entitled to fair compensation for their damages. If you believe you are owed, please, don't hesitate to contact our personal injury lawyer. Michael Babboni has lived and practiced law in the area for more than 27-years, helping thousands of people along the way. He will be more than happy to do the same for you. The initial case review is free, and clients only pay when compensation is recovered. It's a win-win. We will now take a peek at some defective exercise equipment being recalled. Hence, curious individuals should stick around and read on to learn more.

Strap Safety Brackets

Rep Fitness out of Denver, Colorado, is recalling approximately 1,940 Strap Safety brackets. These units are designed to prevent barbells from getting damaged during lifting. However, these devices may have been improperly welded. As such, the brackets can break. If that happens during training, a large amount of weight can drop on the Strap Safeties without warning. That poses an injury hazard to consumers. The firm has received three reports of failing welds with no injuries so far, but that could change in the blink of an eye. The model numbers for the brackets involved are PR-4000 and PR-5000. Contact our office if a defective product like this one injures you and hold the manufacturer accountable.

Bowflex SelectTech Barbells

Bowflex equipment is top of the line. Homeowners often choose it because of its quality and durability. However, those that purchased the Bowflex SelectTech 2080 Barbells with Curl Bar might have gotten more than they bargained for, as a weight plate can fall from the end of the barbell. Talk about a rude awakening. You're standing there doing your curls when, bam, the weight lands right on your foot. This issue poses an impact injury and property damage hazard. That is why the organization is recalling about 3,700 units. If you own defective products like these and sustained injuries before a recall was issued, you might have a claim. Then again, even after recalls were announced, all is not lost. You might be able to recover compensation if you didn't have prior knowledge of the situation.