Our law firm has extensive experience representing injured burn victims against manufacturers of defective pressure cookers. In the last four years, our lawyers have represented over 700 people in more than 40 states who have been severely burned by exploding pressure cookers.
Pressure Cooker Settlements – Although each pressure cooker lawsuit is dependent on its own individual facts, our law firm has successfully filed lawsuits against the manufacturers of defective pressure cookers and obtained settlements for our clients. Our lawyers are currently continuing to litigate and settle pressure cooker explosion cases.
We would be honored to provide you with a free, no-obligation assessment of your potential pressure cooker claim. If you decide to file a pressure cooker claim, we will never charge any fees or costs unless we recover money for you.
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Pressure Cooker Litigation Guide
Interested in downloading our Pressure Cooker Litigation Guide? Learn more about the pressure cooker litigation team at Johnson//Becker. Meet the Attorney and Co-Chair of our Consumer Products and Mass Tort Department.
Recent Pressure Cooker Lawsuits Filed By Johnson//Becker
Pressure cookers have been marketed aggressively on television and in retail stores promising quick, tasty meals. Unfortunately for some unsuspecting consumers, their defectively designed pressure cookers have exploded; spewing hot liquids across their kitchen and severely burning them and others nearby.
The law firm of Johnson//Becker, PLLC, has filed a lawsuit in Minnesota Federal Court on behalf of client Amber Dobson. Ms. Dobson alleges that she was seriously injured on December 22, 2020, when the supposed safety features of her Emeril Lagasse Pressure AirFryer Plus failed, causing her severe and substantial burn injuries.
December 4, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Sunbeam and Newell for Multicooker Injuries
The law firm of Johnson//Becker, PLLC, has filed a lawsuit in Ohio Federal Court on behalf of client Jazmin Parks. Ms. Parks alleges that she was seriously injured on December 25, 2022, when the lid of a Crock-Pot Express Crock Multicooker failed to function correctly.
November 13, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against NuWave, LLC. Over Injuries Suffered by Pressure Cooker
The law firm of Johnson//Becker, PLLC, has filed a lawsuit in Illinois Federal Court on behalf of client Angela Eberle. Ms. Eberle alleges that she was seriously injured on December 5, 2022, when the lid of a NuWave 6Q Nutri-Pot Digital Pressure Cooker failed to function properly, allowing the lid to be rotated while under pressure, sending its scalding contents onto Plaintiff.
What is claimed in the lawsuits?
Below is a list of just some of the pressure cooker lawsuits our firm has filed in various courts throughout the Country. Each court (Federal or State) has different requirements but for the most part, our lawyers will file what is called a “COMPLAINT AND DEMAND FOR JURY TRIAL,” which claims the following:
- Strict Products Liability
- Negligent Products Liability
- Breach of Express Warranty
- Breach of Implied Warranty of Merchantability
- Breach of Implied Warranty of Fitness for a Particular Purpose
- A violation of a specific civic code (dependent on locale)
Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Case Filing Repository
Click on the .pdf links to read more about the lawsuits and the stories of the injuries sustained by our clients. We will list one complaint below and per product as we file. If you would like to review additional lawsuits, please contact us.
| Brand | Manufacturer / Link to Pressure Cooker Lawsuit (Complaint) |
| Instant Pot | Instant Brands, Inc. |
| Philippe Richard | Tabletops Unlimited, Inc. |
| NuWave | Nuwave, LLC |
| Crock Pot | Sunbeam Products, Inc. |
| Prestige Rise ‘n’ Time | TTK Prestige Limited |
| Costway | Costway.com, Inc. |
| Wolfgang Puck | Wolfgang Puck Enterprises, Inc. |
| Elite Bistro | MAXI-MATIC U.S.A., INC. |
| Cuisinart | Conair Corporation d/b/a Cuisinart |
| Mirro | GROUPE SEB USA, INC. |
| Presto | National Presto Industries, Inc. |
| Fagor EZ Lock | Fenca America. Inc (previously operating as Fagor America, Inc.) |
| Bella | Sensio, Inc. |
| Zavor | Zavor Versa Express Pressure Cooker |
Do you have any questions about the pressure cooker lawsuits or complaints listed above? Questions about a possible lawsuit? Please reach out to the lawyers at Johnson//Becker.
Pressure Cooker Overview
Pressure cookers, sometimes called “multi-pots,” “one-pots,” “instant pots,” “instants” and “crock pots” are used by kitchen novices and professionals alike due to their ability to both heat and cook food, saving time and cleanup. Pressure cookers work by trapping heat in a pot within a secure lid to prevent steam from escaping. This not only warms up the food but cooks it at an even temperature.
Electric pressure cookers come with features such as a timer, temperature gauge and food-specific settings. Some even have Bluetooth technology. Stovetop pressure cookers require the user to monitor the temperature manually. Both manual and electric versions feature a safety valve to release the pressure before opening the lid.
What’s the problem?
Oftentimes pressure cookers reach temperatures far above 200 degrees, making their reliability of the utmost importance. However, malfunctions indicating the device is ready to be opened, as well as defective rubber rings around the lip of the pot, and other defects have jeopardized the safety of consumers.
If a pressure cooker is opened before steam has escaped the entirety of the pot, it creates an “explosion” of the contents inside once it is released.
At temperatures of 200+ degrees, this can lead to severe first, second, and third-degree burns. Anyone in the vicinity of the pressure cooker is at risk of having hot contents spilled onto their body. Learn more about burn injuries from pressure cookers on this website.
Pressure Cooker Explosion Video
There has been a rapid increase in the number of pressure cooker lawsuits filed due to pressure cooker explosions, resulting in severe burns and injuries to unsuspecting consumers. In this video, one of the experts employed by the lawyers at Johnson//Becker tests various models of pressure cookers.
Johnson//Becker Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Client Stories
Numerous clients who retained Johnson//Becker to take their case against a variety of pressure cooker brands have shared their personal experiences, including photographs and traumatic memories of their injuries. Click here to read their stories.
Additional Pressure Cooker Lawsuits In The News
Below is a collection of just some of the suits we have filed recently. Please use the links to learn more about the cases and view the complaints. Also, please note that the most recent case filings are listed above under “Recent Pressure Cooker Lawsuits”.
September 11, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Aldi, INC., Over Injuries Suffered by Pressure Cooker
The law firm of Johnson//Becker, PLLC, has filed a lawsuit in Louisiana Federal Court on behalf of client Jahsheia Gamble. Ms. Gamble alleges that she and her partner were seriously injured on February 21, 2023, when the lid of an Ambiano 9-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker “suddenly and unexpectedly exploded off the pressure cooker.”
September 6, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Wisconsin Lawsuit Alleging Injuries Caused by an Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
Attorneys for Johnson//Becker have filed a lawsuit in the State of Wisconsin Circuit Court against Kohl’s Department Stores, Inc., and Midea America Corp. Johnson//Becker represents Plaintiff Yashira Padilla, who alleges she was seriously injured while using an Instant Pot ULTRA Pressure Cooker.
August 8, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Tristar Products, Inc. in Florida Circuit Court Due to Power Pressure Cooker XL Injuries
Attorneys for Johnson//Becker, PLLC have filed a lawsuit on behalf of its client Vincent Williams for injuries sustained from an alleged defective pressure cooker. Mr. Williams alleges he was seriously injured on March 28, 2020, when the lid of his Power Pressure Cooker XL was able to be opened while the pressure cooker remained pressurized. The Complaint alleges that Tristar Products, Inc.’s Power Pressure Cooker XL suffers from “serious and dangerous defects.”
August 16, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Additional Lawsuit Against ALDI, Inc. for Pressure Cooker Injuries
A lawsuit was filed on April 8, 2024, in Texas Federal Court on behalf of Johnson//Becker’s client Iglesias Smith concerning injuries she allegedly sustained from an ALDI, INC Ambiano 9-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker. Ms. Smith alleges the Ambiano pressure cooker was defectively and negligently designed and manufactured. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
August 8, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Tristar Products, Inc. in Florida Circuit Court Due to Power Pressure Cooker XL Injuries
Attorneys for Johnson//Becker, PLLC have filed a lawsuit on behalf of its client Vincent Williams for injuries sustained from an alleged defective pressure cooker. Mr. Williams alleges he was seriously injured on March 28, 2020, when the lid of his Power Pressure Cooker XL was able to be opened while the pressure cooker remained pressurized. The Complaint alleges that Tristar Products, Inc.’s Power Pressure Cooker XL suffers from “serious and dangerous defects.”
June 11, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit in Federal Court Against Amazon and Midea Due to Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Burn Injuries
Recently, Johnson//Becker filed a lawsuit on behalf of Roice Craig in the United States District Court for the District of New Mexico. Mr. Craig alleges that the Instant Pot Duo Pressure Cooker’s faulty design led to his significant and painful burn injuries. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
May 23, 2024 – Aldi Ambiano Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed by Johnson//Becker Alleging Burn Injuries
A lawsuit was filed on February 14, 2024, on behalf of Gregory Alvin Wilson, Jr., in the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. Mr. Wilson alleges that Aldi’s Ambiano 9-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker was defectively and negligently designed and manufactured. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
May 21, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against NuWave for Pressure Cooker Burn Injuries in Illinois Federal Court
The Illinois lawsuit alleges that NuWave’s Nutri-Pot Pressure Cooker is defective and that the company misrepresented the product’s safety. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
May 13, 2024 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Best Buy Over Insignia Pressure Cooker Burn Injuries
A lawsuit filed on May 13, 2024, in the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota against Best Buy Co., Inc. and Midea America Corp. alleges that the Insignia 8 Qt Multi-Function Pressure Cooker (Model Number NS-MC80SS9) had serious defects that caused significant injury to the Plaintiffs.
October 26, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against NuWave for Pressure Cooker Burn Injuries in Illinois Federal Court
The Illinois lawsuit alleges that NuWave’s Nutri-Pot Pressure Cooker is defective and that the company misrepresented the product’s safety. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
August 17, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Another Lawsuit Against Sensio, Inc. For Bella Multicooker Burn Injuries in New York
The New York lawsuit alleges the company Sensio, Inc. misrepresented the safety of its Bella multicooker. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
August 14, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Maxi-Matic USA for Pressure Cooker Burn Injuries in Los Angeles County Court
The California pressure cooker lawsuit alleges the company Maxi-Matic U.S.A., Inc. misrepresented the safety of its Elite Bistro pressure cookers. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
July 26, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Instant Brands for Instant Pot Explosion
The Illinois lawsuit alleges the company Instant Brands misrepresented the safety of its Instant Pot pressure cookers. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
July 26, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Pressure Cooker Explosion Lawsuit Against Conair Corporation in Connecticut
The Connecticut lawsuit alleges that the company Conair Corporation misrepresented the safety of its Cuisinart pressure cooker. Learn more about the pressure cooker lawsuit below.
July 26, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Zavor for Pressure Cooker Injury in Florida
The Florida lawsuit alleges the company Zavor misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
May 31, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Tristar Products for Four-Year-Old’s Burn Injuries
The Arkansas lawsuit alleges the company Tristar Products misrepresented the safety of its Power Pressure Cooker. Learn more about the lawsuit below.
April 18, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Best Buy for Insignia Pressure Cooker Injury in Minnesota
The Minnesota lawsuit alleges the company Best Buy misrepresented the safety of its Insignia Multi-Function pressure cooker.
April 2, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Another Lawsuit Against Instant Brands in Illinois
The Illinois lawsuit alleges the company Instant Brands misrepresented the safety of its Instant Pot pressure cooker.
April 1, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Instant Brands for Instant Pot Explosion in Arkansas
The Arkansas lawsuit alleges the company Instant Brands misrepresented the safety of its Instant Pot pressure cooker.
March 29, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Crock-Pot Lawsuit Against Sunbeam Products, Inc. in Florida State Court
The lawsuit alleges the company Sunbeam Products, Inc. misrepresented the safety of its Crock-Pot Express Crock Multicooker.
March 29, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Power Pressure Cooker XL Lawsuit Against Tristar Products, Inc. in Florida Federal Court
The lawsuit alleges that Tristar Products, Inc. misrepresented the safety of its Power Pressure Cooker XL.
March 10, 2023 – Johnson//Becker Files Lawsuit Against Instant Brands in Georgia
The Georgia lawsuit alleges the company Instant Brands misrepresented the safety of its Instant Pot pressure cooker.
March 8, 2023 – Cooks by JCPenney Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in New Jersey
The lawsuit alleges the company misrepresented the safety of its Cooks by JCPenney pressure cookers.
February 20, 2023 – Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Texas
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of a Johnson//Becker client who sustained severe thermal burns after her Ninja Foodi exploded.
February 13, 2023 – Instant Pot Explosion Lawsuit Filed in Indiana
The pressure cooker lawyers at Johnson//Becker, PLLC filed this Instant Pot lawsuit in Indiana alleging that the defective Instant Pot pressure cooker burned their client when the lid opened with “built-up pressure, heat, and steam still inside the unit.”
January 30, 2023 – MegaChef Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Michigan
Johnson//Becker lawyers filed a Complaint on behalf of Delano A. Burton, who suffered injuries from an exploding MegaChef pressure cooker.
November 3, 2022 – Johnson//Becker Consolidates 20 Sunbeam Lawsuits in Florida
Johnson//Becker lawyers are combining 20 cases in the Florida Consolidation against Sunbeam Products, Inc. Clients in these cases have suffered injuries from Sunbeam’s Crock-Pot Express Crock Multicooker explosions.
October 7, 2022 – Pennsylvania Couple Sues SilverOnyx After Pressure Cooker Explosion
The McCalls’ pressure cooker explosion occurred in in October 2020 when the lid to their SilverOnyx pressure cooker opened while the contents were still under pressure.
October 6, 2022 – California Crock-Pot Multicooker Lawsuit Filed By Johnson//Becker, PLLC
Johnson//Becker filed this Complaint on behalf of Dana Salas, a resident of Lake Elsinore, California, alleging that she was severely injured by a defective Crock-Pot multicooker manufactured by Sunbeam Products, Inc.
September 28, 2022 – Texas Woman Files Bella Pressure Cooker Lawsuit
According to the complaint, the Bella pressure cooker explosion was the result of the lid opening while still under pressure, sending its “scalding hot contents” onto the unsuspecting consumer.
September 28, 2022 – New York Instant Pot Lawsuit Filed by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
The Complaint alleges Instant Pot was “placed into the stream of commerce in a defective and unreasonably dangerous condition for consumers.”
August 25, 2022 – Another Crock-Pot Multicooker Lawsuit Filed
Johnson//Becker filed this Complaint on behalf of Debra McGowan, a resident of Cedar Hill, Texas, alleging that manufacturer Sunbeam Products Inc., sold a defective Crock-Pot multicooker that caused serious injuries to the user.
August 24, 2022 – Cosori Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Connecticut
Cosori sold this and other pressure cookers “in a defective and unreasonably dangerous condition for consumers.”
June 26, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Lawsuit Against Bella After Wisconsin Pressure Cooker Explosion
The lawsuit alleges that manufacturer Sensio, Inc. made misleading and potentially dangerous claims about the safety of its Bella pressure cooker.
June 21, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Michigan Lawsuit After Nutri-Pot Explosion
The lawsuit alleges that NuWave, LLC, the manufacturer of Nutri-Pot pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
June 20, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Florida Lawsuit Against Instant Pot
The lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of Instant Pot pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
June 17, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Philippe Richard Pressure Cooker Lawsuit in Missouri
The lawsuit alleges that Tabletops Unlimited, Inc., the manufacturer of Philippe Richard pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
June 7, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Lawsuit in Colorado Federal Court Against Presto After Pressure Cooker Causes Injuries
The lawsuit alleges National Presto Industries, Inc., the manufacturer of the Presto 6-quart Programmable Pressure Cooker, misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
June 1, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Another Burn Injury Lawsuit Against Maker of Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
The lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of the Instant Pot pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
The lawsuit alleges that Sunbeam Products, Inc., the manufacturer of Crock-Pot Express pressure cookers, has misrepresented the “safety measures” of its pressure cookers.
The plaintiffs Instant Pot pressure cooker exploded while under pressure. As a result of the explosion, plaintiff sustained severe thermal burns.
May 18, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files New Jersey Federal Lawsuit Against Sensio After Bella Pressure Cooker Exploded, Causing Burn Injuries
This lawsuit alleges that Sensio, Inc., the manufacturer of the Bella pressure cooker, misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
March 17, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Another Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Lawsuit in Georgia Federal Court
This lawsuit alleges that SharkNinja, the manufacturer of the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
March 17, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Instant Pot Lawsuit Against Instant Brands, Inc. After Defective Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Causes Injuries
The lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of the Instant Pot pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
March 14, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files California Lawsuit After Maxi-Matic Elite Platinum Pressure Cooker Explodes
The lawsuit alleges that Pick-Five Imports, Inc., the manufacturer of Maxi-Matic Elite Platinum pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
March 11, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Two Florida Federal Lawsuits Against Sunbeam Products After Their Crockpot Pressure Cookers Exploded, Causing Severe Burns.
In both Crock-Pot lawsuits, the plaintiffs allege that Sunbeam mislead consumers about the “safety measures” that Sunbeam touts are designed to keep consumers safe while cooking with their Crockpot Pressure Cookers.
March 9, 2022 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Burn Injury Lawsuit Against Maker of Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
The lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of the Instant Pot pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
March 9, 2022 – Johnson//Becker Files Another Bella Lawsuit After Minor Burned by Exploding Pressure Cooker
This Bella pressure cooker lawsuit alleges that Sensio, Inc. the manufacturer of Bella branded pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
The lawsuit alleges that Sensio, Inc. the manufacturer of the Bella pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
7/15/21 – Philippe Richard Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Texas
The lawsuit alleges that Tabletops Unlimited, Inc., the manufacturer of Philippe Richard pressure cookers, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
5/4/21 – Johnson//Becker Files Another Instant Pot Accident Lawsuit
This lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of the Instant Pot pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
3/24/21 – Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker Explosion Lawsuit Filed by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker lawsuit alleges that SharkNinja Operating, LLC, the manufacturer of the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers
3/15/21 – Another NuWave Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Illinois by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
The pressure cooker explosion lawsuit alleges that NuWave, LLC., the manufacturer of the Nutri-Pot pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
The lawsuit alleges Groupe SEB America, Inc., the manufacturer of the Mirro Pressure Cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
Both lawsuits allege that Tristar Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Power Pressure Cooker XL, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
The lawsuit alleges National Presto Industries, Inc., the manufacturer of the Fagor EZ Lock Pressure Cooker, misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
2/03/21 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Fagor EZ Lock Stovetop Pressure Cooker Lawsuit in New York
The lawsuit alleges Fenca America. Inc (previously operating as Fagor America, Inc.), the manufacturer of the Fagor EZ Lock Pressure Cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
1/21/21 – Breville Fast-Slow Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Georgia Federal Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
This lawsuit alleges that Breville, the manufacturer of the recalled Fast-Slow Pressure Cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
1/7/21 – Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Central District of California by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
This lawsuit alleges that Conair Corporation, the manufacturer of the Cuisinart pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
12/15/2020 – Another Crockpot Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Florida State Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
This lawsuit alleges that Sunbeam Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Crockpot pressure cooker that was recalled on November 24, 2020, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
11/24/2020 – Nationwide Crock-Pot Recall
Just in time for Thanksgiving, the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of almost 1 million defective Crock-Pot pressure cookers.
All five lawsuits allege that Tristar Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Power Pressure Cooker XL, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
11/17/2020 – Another NuWave Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Illinois by Johnson//Becker, PLLC
The lawsuit alleges that NuWave, LLC., the manufacturer of the Nutri-Pot pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
09/24/2020 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Another Lawsuit Against Tristar Products, Inc. After Defective Power Pressure Cooker XL Causes Injuries – The lawsuit, filed in Florida state court, alleges that Tristar Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Power Pressure Cooker XL, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
09/03/2020 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Another Power Pressure Cooker XL Lawsuit – The lawsuit alleges that Tristar Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Power Pressure Cooker XL, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers. If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective pressure cooker, you are not alone. Learn more about Johnson//Becker and Power Pressure Cooker XL lawsuits.
08/25/2020 – Cuisinart Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in New Jersey State Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC – This pressure cooker lawsuit alleges that Conair Corporation., the manufacturer of the Cuisinart pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers. Learn more about these types of lawsuits from the lawyers at Johnson//Becker who currently represent over 200 victims of pressure cooker explosions.
August 7, 2020 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Six Lawsuits Against Crock-Pot After Defective Pressure Cookers Cause Injuries – All six lawsuits allege that Sunbeam Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Crockpot Express pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
05/27/20 – NuWave Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Illinois Federal Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC – This lawsuit alleges that NuWave, LLC, the manufacturer of the Nutri-Pot pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
03/20/2020 – Stovetop Pressure Cooker Explosion Lawsuit Filed by Johnson//Becker, PLLC -The lawsuit alleges that Tabletops Unlimited, Inc., the manufacturer of Philippe Richard pressure cookers, defectively designed its pressure cookers, unnecessarily putting consumers at risk of severe injury.
03/13/20 – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in Louisiana Federal Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC – Our client’s Instant Pot pressure cooker exploded while under pressure on March 22, 2019. As a result of the explosion, she sustained severe thermal burns to her body.
02/17/20 – Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Lawsuit Filed in California Federal Court by Johnson//Becker, PLLC – This lawsuit alleges that Instant Brands, Inc., the manufacturer of the Instant Pot pressure cooker, has misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers. Our client’s pressure cooker exploded while under pressure on February 19, 2018. As a result of the explosion, she sustained severe thermal burns to her body.
05/08/2019 – Johnson//Becker, PLLC Files Another Set of Lawsuits Against Tristar After More Power Pressure Cooker XL Explosions Cause Severe Burns – The lawsuits allege that Tristar Innovative Products, Inc., the manufacturer of the Power Pressure Cooker XL, misrepresented the safety of its pressure cookers.
09/26/2019 – Woman Suffers Severe Thermal Burns After Philippe Richard Pressure Cooker Explodes – The lawsuit alleges that Tabletops Unlimited, Inc., the manufacturer of Philippe Richard pressure cookers, defectively designed its pressure cookers, unnecessarily putting consumers at risk of severe injury.
Why are pressure cookers, multi-cookers, one-pots, crock pots, and Instant Pots exploding?
If you review the complaints linked above you will start to notice that although our clients used different products and sustained different injuries, they all experienced some sort of pressure cooker malfunction. Here is another story:
A client of ours in Milford, Delaware suffered serious and substantial burn injuries from her Instant Pot. These burn injuries were the direct and proximate result of the pressure cooker’s lid being able to be rotated and opened while the pressure cooker was still under pressure, during the normal, directed use of the Pressure Cooker, allowing its scalding hot contents to be forcefully ejected from the pressure cooker and onto Plaintiff. The incident occurred as a result of the failure of the pressure cooker’s supposed “safety mechanisms,” which purport to keep the consumer safe while using the pressure cooker. In addition, the incident occurred as the result of Defendants’ failure to redesign the pressure cooker, despite the existence of economical, safer alternative designs.
In another case, ABC News reported a woman in Texas suffered severe burns after her pressure cooker exploded in her kitchen.
The woman was not new to using pressure cookers and indicated she had been for quite some time. She was using a towel, as some users like to do, to clean up the moisture from the steam escaping her Instant Pot pressure cooker.
Within moments, the pot exploded and hot contents of the pressure cooker went flying across her kitchen. She suffered burns on her neck and arm.
Her experience with her pressure cooker is not unlike others. Multiple brands and versions of pressure cookers have caused severe injury to users.
Pressure Cooker Settlement
In another lawsuit, a California couple obtained a settlement in a pressure cooker lawsuit. The plaintiffs in the case sued Maxi-Matic USA and Kohl’s Department Stores after their pressure cooker exploded causing the wife to suffer serious burn injuries. According to the lawsuit, the woman was making a meal that she had made four times previously when all of a sudden her pressure cooker exploded with steam and hot water causing second and third-degree burns. To date, the Maxi-Matic pressure cooker has not been recalled.
Class Action Lawsuit Settlement Underway
Consumers who purchased a Tristar Power Pressure Cooker between March 1, 2013, and January 19, 2018, could be eligible for compensation as part of a proposed class action lawsuit settlement with Tristar Products, Inc.
“Kenneth Chapman, et. al. v Tristar Products, Inc., Case No. 1:16CV01114”?
What to do if you have been injured: If you or a loved one has been injured or burned by a Tristar pressure cooker explosion, you should contact our law firm immediately to discuss your “opt-out options”.
This settlement does not hold the manufacturer liable or compensate you for your injuries. Opting out of the settlement is very important if you have suffered injuries. If you do not opt-out by June 4, 2018, you may forever lose your claim to bring an individual lawsuit against the manufacturer of this pressure cooker.
Contact Johnson//Becker today to discuss your situation and rights in opting out of the current proposed class action lawsuit settlement.
Pressure Cooker Lawsuits – Manufacturer / Brand Name List
Our lawyers are actively involved in this litigation and filing individual pressure cooker lawsuits nationwide. The pressure cookers that our lawyers are investigating regarding malfunction and explosion risk are as follows:
- AbleHome
- Aldi
- Becooker
- Bella
- BergHoff
- Blusmart
- Bon Appetit
- Brentwood
- Breville
- Chefman
- Chef’s Mark
- Carl Schmidt Sohn
- Cook Prep Eat
- Cooks by JC Penney
- Cook’s Essentials
- Cosori
- Costway
- Crock-Pot
- Crofton
- Crux
- Cuisinart
- Double Insight
- Elite Bistro & Elite Platinum
- Emeril Lagasse
- Fagor
- Farberware
- Fissler
- Ginny’s
- Gowise
- Gourmia
- Harvest Direct
- Insignia
- Instant Pot
- Magic Chef
- Manttra
- Maxi-Matic
- Mealthy
- MegaChef
- Mirro
- Mueller
- Nesco
- Ninja Foodi
- Nutrex
- NuWave
- Philippe Richards
- Power Pressure Cooker XL
- Prestige
- Presto
- SilverOnyx
- Todd English
- Ultrex-Brand
- Vasconia
- Wear-Ever
- Welbilt
- Wolfgang Puck
- Zavor
Please note, there are hundreds of manufacturers of electric and stovetop pressure cookers. If your pressure cooker manufacturer or brand name is not on this list and you have experienced a pressure cooker explosion or serious malfunction, please contact us.
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If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective pressure cooker, you may want to speak with the lawyers at Johnson//Becker. We are actively filing new pressure cooker lawsuits across the country and you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries.
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