Pyrex Not Properly Tempered Poses Chance of Severe Injury to Consumers

According to ConsumerAffairs.com, there have been least 350 reports in the last three years (and new ones reported weekly) of Pyrex kitchen glass exploding while experiencing changes in temperature–some with shards of glass being propelled across the room and injuring consumers. Nonetheless, according 5to Joseph Enoch of Consumer Affairs, the company has continued to deny such accidents are its fault, arguing that people are simply not reading the safe handling instructions in fine print. What consumers do read are the large print promises that such dishes are safe in the microwave, freezer and oven. This is troubling because injury is very likely when such a product explodes when being taken out of the oven—not only are the shards of glass being shot in every direction, but often scalding hot food and liquid can come into contact with eyes or skin, severely injuring the consumer. According to Hank Chamberlain, of Allied Glass, “[t]here’s quite a bit of inconsistency within the pieces” in the way the glass is tempered. Mr. Chamberlain notes that the glass he has examined does not meet the advertised standard. If you or someone you know is injured by an incident involving Pyrex products, please visit our website at http://www.sanfordbarlow.com and fill out a case intake form OR call our office toll free at 1-877-441-6677.

As 2010 begins, and we look to make resolutions for the New Year, some of our heroes come to mind. One such individual was only recently inducted into the Military Hall of Fame. His name is Teddy H. Sanford, grandfather to founding partner Shelly A. Sanford. He was a Major General in the United States army, and a veteran of World War II, the Korean War and, before retiring in 1967, of the Vietnam War. He was not only “the Old Soldier,” but also a family man, who built a home and raised a family. He lived his life in service to God, his country, and his family. He died on December 29, 1992.