Pressure cookers promise speed and convenience in the kitchen, but for many unsuspecting consumers, they’ve become the source of serious and painful injuries. Over the last several years, dozens of lawsuits have been filed across the country against major pressure cooker brands due to unexpected explosions, defective safety valves, and faulty locking mechanisms.
These explosions can release boiling liquids and steam, causing severe burns, permanent scarring, and in some cases, life-altering trauma. At McLaughlin Law Firm, we’ve seen firsthand how dangerous these products can be and we’re here to help victims in Denver, Colorado, understand their legal options when a pressure cooker fails.
Most lawsuits center around sudden explosions or malfunctions during normal use. Victims often suffer:
In almost every case, these injuries occur because the product failed to release pressure safely or opened while still pressurized—violating fundamental safety expectations.
While many manufacturers claim their products are safe and equipped with adequate safety features, a growing number of devices have been linked to serious accidents. Here are some of the most frequently sued brands:
Product liability laws require manufacturers to produce and sell items that are reasonably safe for consumer use. When a pressure cooker malfunctions due to a design flaw, manufacturing defect, or lack of warning, the injured consumer may have the right to sue for damages.
Lawsuits often allege:
In many cases, multiple consumers have suffered injuries from the same model—supporting claims that the problem is systemic and not just a one-time defect.
If you or someone in your household was injured by a pressure cooker explosion, here’s what you should do immediately:
The strength of your case depends heavily on evidence—so the more you can document, the better your chances of a successful claim.
At McLaughlin Law Firm, we represent victims of defective products throughout Colorado—including right here in Denver. We understand the emotional and physical toll these injuries take, and we’re committed to holding negligent manufacturers accountable for the harm they cause.
Our team will help you:
Learn more about our pressure cooker injury services and how we protect the rights of consumers injured by dangerous kitchen appliances.
Contact McLaughlin Law Firm today for a free case evaluation. If your pressure cooker exploded and left you injured, we’re here to help you fight back and recover what you deserve.
Pressure cookers are a popular addition to many kitchens because they promise fast, efficient cooking. From tender meats to flavorful stews, these appliances help busy families save time. But what happens when the product meant to simplify dinner becomes the cause of a serious injury?
Pressure cooker explosions and malfunctions have been reported nationwide, often resulting in severe burns, permanent scarring, and significant emotional trauma. When these injuries are caused by a product defect—such as a faulty lid seal, defective safety valve, or inaccurate pressure indicator—you may be entitled to file a product liability lawsuit under Colorado law.
These cases are not just about compensation. They’re about accountability. Manufacturers, distributors, and retailers all have a legal duty to ensure the products they sell are reasonably safe for consumer use. When they fail in that responsibility, and someone gets hurt, legal action may be the only way to seek justice and financial recovery.
In product liability law, a product is considered defective if it poses an unreasonable danger to consumers, even when used correctly. There are three main types of defects that can result in injury claims:
In some recent cases, consumers reported that their pressure cookers exploded without warning, even when following all directions. Others described defective gaskets that allowed boiling liquid to spray from the cooker unexpectedly. These incidents can cause second- or third-degree burns and, in severe situations, require emergency treatment or skin grafts.
The types of injuries linked to faulty pressure cookers can be extremely serious. Because these devices involve high pressure and extreme heat, any malfunction can result in rapid, violent accidents. Some of the most common injuries include:
Unlike minor kitchen accidents, these injuries often result in hospitalization and long-term treatment. The pain, physical limitations, and emotional toll can affect a person’s ability to work, care for their family, or participate in normal daily activities.
If your injury was caused by a defective pressure cooker, you may be eligible to file a product liability claim. In Colorado, product liability law allows victims to seek damages without having to prove that the company was intentionally negligent. Instead, you must show:
It’s important to understand that you may be able to hold more than one party accountable. Depending on the situation, the manufacturer, the company that sold the product, or even the company that imported it into the U.S. could share legal responsibility.
The steps you take after being injured by a pressure cooker can play a major role in the outcome of your case. Here’s what you should do to protect your rights:
Our Denver pressure cooker injury attorneys are experienced in holding corporations accountable for selling dangerous and defective products. We’ll work to uncover what went wrong, who was responsible, and what compensation you may be entitled to pursue.
A successful product liability lawsuit can help you recover a wide range of damages. These may include:
In some cases, punitive damages may also apply—especially if the company knew about the dangers and failed to issue recalls or warn consumers. These damages are meant to punish reckless behavior and deter future misconduct by manufacturers.
A burn injury from a defective pressure cooker can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. You shouldn’t have to carry the burden alone. If a manufacturer failed to build a safe product or ignored known risks, they should be held responsible.
Contact us today to speak with a product liability attorney in Denver. We’ll listen to your story, explain your legal options, and help you decide the best path forward. Your recovery matters, and we’re ready to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
A wide range of the company’s defective joints are under recall, including defective hip joints, defective knee joints and defective ankle joints. Hundreds of thousands of joints manufactured and implanted between 2004 and 2022 are being recalled. Visit our Exactech joint recall pages for more information.
Improper packages of a critical plastic component is resulting in premature wear and damage that can result in friction, loss of mobility, loss of bone, pain and other issues. Revision surgery may be required.
The company, and or your surgeon or physician, should notify you by letter.
Improper packaging of a key plastic component can result in oxygen and other environmental contaminants reaching the joint before implantation. This can result in oxidation that causes premature degradation and damage to the component. Unfortunately, the company used the same type of packages across all of its joint products for nearly 20 years before issuing the recall.
The plastic component is designed to provide comfort and proper fitment, as well as to facilitate movement. Exactech reports degrading of the component can result in “reduction of mechanical properties” of the joint. For patients, this may mean pain and loss of movement.
Complications can include mobility issues, pain, bone loss, instability and other problems. Revision surgery may be required.
The company has hired a third-party administrator to process claims for “out-of-pocket” expenses if it determines you are eligible after a medical examination. Essentially, Exactech might pay for some of the expenses associated with attempting to repair its defective product, or it might use the examination to deny and defend your claim.
We recommend anyone who receives notice to contact an experienced Colorado defective medical product attorney for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights, including the best course of action to correct your defective joint, and a determination of all of the compensation to which you may be entitled.
Our defective medical product lawyers in Colorado have significant experience in representing clients dealing with defective artificial joints. The McLaughlin Law Firm has what it takes to manage the key details, evidence, and proceedings to set these cases up for success.
Our representation includes:
Our defective product attorneys in Denver have extensive experience litigating claims involving artificial joints and other defective products and have won numerous multi-million dollar awards on behalf of our clients. If you are suffering from surgical complications or issues related to a defective hip implant, please call the McLaughlin Law Firm at (720) 420-9800 for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights.
Implantation of a defective medical device can cause a wide range of issues, and necessitate the significant pain and inconvenience associated with revision surgery and recovery.
In the case of Exactech Inc. the company has recalled hundreds of thousands of partial and complete hip, knee and ankle joints manufactured and implanted in the United States over the last 20 years. The defect is a result of faulty packages of plastic parts, which can prematurely wear or degrade in the body. The parts were meant to replace cartilage, absorb some of the pressure and friction within the joint, and facilitate movement.
In issuing the recall, Exactech Inc. stated a “Risk of edge-loading and premature prosthesis wear is possible in a specific subset of patients with certain implant configurations and surgical implant positioning.”
The company reports defective packaging may allow oxygen and other environmental contamination to degrade the plastic. If you have received notice from the company of your physician, contact us for a confidential consultation with our defective medical device attorneys in Colorado to determine the best course of action to protect your rights.
Common consequences of dealing with these defective Exactech implants include:
As part of the recall of its defective hips, knees, and ankles, Exactech Inc. has hired a third party administrator to determine eligibility for those who might qualify for reimbursement of “out-of-pocket” expenses associated with the company’s attempts to fix its defective products. As part of the process, the company will require you to undergo a medical examination, which may also be used to defend itself against any future claims. If you are suffering from surgical complications or issues related to a defective hip implant, please call the defective medical product attorneys at the McLaughlin Law Firm at (720) 420-9800 for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights.
Exactech Inc. has expanded its extensive recall of its artificial hip and knee joints to include its artificial ankle joints manufactured and implanted in the United States since 2016.
The ankle joint under recall is the VANTAGE® Fixed-Bearing Liner Component.
For more than 20 years, Exactech Inc. used defective packaging across a wide–range of its artificial joint products and has already recalled hundreds of thousands of artificial knee and hip joints manufactured and implanted since 2004.
A critical component, a plastic inserts meant to facilitate fitment and movement as well as increase comfort and protect bone and surrounding tissue from the consequences of metal components rubbing together, was packaged in vacuum bags that did not contain an additional oxygen barrier layer of Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH). This can allow increased oxidation of the plastic, leading to a reduction of mechanical properties of the knee joint, premature wear and joint, bone and tissue damage.
“After extensive testing, we have confirmed that most of our total knee replacements (TKR), partial knee replacements, (PKR), and total ankle replacements (TARs) with polyethylene (plastic) components and inserts manufactured since 2004 were packaged in out-of-specification (referred to hereafter as “non-conforming”) vacuum bags,” the company said in a letter to surgeons and patients.
Consequences of Defective Exactech Ankle Joints
The company acknowledged the following risks:
Patient Rights after Implantation of Defective Joints
The company has hired a third-party administrator to review claims for potential payment of out-of-pocket expenses associated with revision surgery and other medical procedures that will attempt to fix its defective joint. Exactech will require patients to undergo a medical examination, which it will use to determine eligibility or denial, and which it may use to later defend itself against a claim.
Our defective medical device attorneys in Colorado urge anyone dealing with issues related to joint replacement surgery to contact an experienced law firm. The reality is that many of these joints have proven defective over the years. This new generation of polymer lined joints was designed after first-generation metal-on-metal joints resulted in a host of issues, ranging from bone loss, to infections caused by metal shavings in surrounding tissue.
Patients undergo joint replacement in an effort to improve mobility and quality of life. These surgeries are expensive, painful, and often necessitate a lengthy recovery process. Complications that result in the need for revision surgeries may result in a more difficult recovery and more uncertain outcomes, particularly for older patients. A failed joint may also have damaged other components or surrounding bone and tissue.
Additionally, allowing Exactech to minimize its costs by paying patients the bare minimum while attempting to repair a faulty joint may not be in the patient’s best interest. An experienced defective medical device attorney in Colorado will be in the best position to determine all of the compensation to which you are entitled and can help you determine the best medical solution for your situation. If you are suffering from surgical complications or issues related to a defective ankle implant, please call the McLaughlin Law Firm at (720) 420-9800 for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights.
Exactech Inc. has announced a recall of its artificial knee product because of the possibility of a degrading plastic component, an issue similar to the one that forced a recall of its artificial hips in 2021.
The company reports defective packaging may allow oxygen and other environmental contamination to degrade a key plastic component prior to implantation. Resulting oxidation can cause the plastic to prematurely wear or become damaged after implantation into the patient’s body.
The recall involves both partial and total knee replacement products, impacting more than 133,000 artificial knees manufactured and/or implanted in the United States between 2004 and 2022.
Recalled products include:
OPTETRAK® Unicondylar Tibial Components
OPTETRAK® All-polyethylene CR Tibial Components
OPTETRAK® All-polyethylene PS Tibial Components
OPTETRAK® B-Series Ps Tibial Insert
OPTETRAK® CC Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK® CR Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK® PS Tibial Inserts
CUSTOM OPTETRAK® Angled PS Insert
CUSTOM OPTETRAK® CC Tibial Insert
OPTETRAK® HI-FLEX® PS Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK “MOMB” Non-Mod Molded Insert
OPTETRAK® RBK PS Tibial Components
OPTETRAK Logic®
OPTETRAK Logic® CR Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK Logic® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK Logic® CRC Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK Logic® PS Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK Logic® PSC Tibial Inserts
OPTETRAK Logic® CC Tibial Inserts
TRULIANT® CR Tibial Inserts
TRULIANT® CR Slope Tibial Inserts
TRULIANT® CRC Tibial Inserts
TRULIANT® PS Tibial Inserts
TRULIANT® PSC Tibial Inserts
Defective Knee Implant Claims in Colorado
A plastic insert that fits between the femoral component and tibial component and acts as the cushion or cartilage for your replaced knee joint, known as the tibial polyethylene, is a critical component of your new knee.
A standard knee replacement has four parts:
The plastic inserts were packaged in vacuum bags that did not contain an additional oxygen barrier layer of Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH). That can allow increased oxidation of the plastic, leading to a reduction of mechanical properties of the knee joint.
Premature wear or damage to the plastic component can result in pain, osteolysis bone loss, loss of mobility and the need for revision surgery or other medical procedures. While the company has established a claims process and hired a third-party administration, the process clearly leaves it in charge of determining the needs of the patient and the amount of reimbursement.
“In those cases where the plastic has worn out earlier than expected or has been damaged, we will evaluate your knee replacement and decide whether additional treatment is needed,” Exactech stated. “After this evaluation is complete, we will decide if additional treatment, including revision surgery, is necessary.”
Those dealing with defective knees or other faulty medical devices should not rely upon the company to make things right. At best, you will be reimbursed for a portion of medical expenses, without regard to pain and suffering, lost wages, reduced quality of life, or the long-term effects of patching up a defective artificial knee. Contacting an experienced defective knee implant attorney in Colorado will best help you determine your options, while protecting your rights to recover all of the compensation to which you are entitled. If you are suffering from surgical complications or issues related to a defective knee implant, please call the McLaughlin Law Firm at (720) 420-9800 for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your rights.
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