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Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Steppers
Case Name (Date)
Lam et al. v. Dorel Home Furnishings, Inc.
25-cv-1416, E.D. Mo.
(Sept. 2025)
Sauer et al. v. Dorel Home Furnishings Inc. d/b/a Cosco Home and Office Products
25-cv-1277, E.D. Mo.
(Aug. 2025)
Product/Service
Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Steppers
Allegations
Representing that products are safe when there’s a risk of serious injury due to a defect that can cause the safety bar to break or detach
Status
Pending
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