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Chervon SKIL PWRCORE 40 Lithium 5.0Ah 40V Batteries
Case Name (Date)
Desparrois et al. v. Chervon North America, Inc.
25-cv-52, N.D. Ill.
(Jan. 2025)
Product/Service
Chervon SKIL PWRCORE 40 Lithium 5.0Ah 40V Batteries
Allegations
Marketing products as safe when they can overheat and catch on fire due to a defect
Status
Pending
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