CPSC Announces Recall on JoyJolt Coffee Glassware

On June 20, JoyJolt, a Brooklyn New York based glassware brand, received a recall for their products. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of MFG. MFG is the manufacturer of over 580,000 of JoyJolts 16-ounce glass coffee cups in the United States.

JoyJolts Drinkware Declan Single-Wall Glass Coffee Mugs were prone to break at the base when coming into contact with hot liquids. The company has recalled their glassware because of over 50 injuries, including burns, lacerations and cuts. Seven people suffered severe injuries and sought medical care.

Information on JoyJolts coffee glassware that they sold between September 2019 and May 2022.

Harmful Effects of Scalds

If a burn is caused by something wet, like hot drinks, is called a scald. This type of burn can be dangerous, as it can destroy the tissues and cells that it comes in contact with. There are four categories of scalds, depending on the seriousness of the burns and lacerations. A deeper cut increases the risk of infection.

Superficial epidermal burn

This type of scald is the least harmful and affects only the outer layer of skin. With this type of minor burn, common side effects include redness, swelling and pain.

Superficial dermal burn

This type of scald is more dangerous than the superficial epidermal burn as is reaches the second layer of the skin. This can negatively affect a persons nerve endings, blood vessels and hair follicles.
The skin will turn a pale pink color. Blistering and pain are most likely to occur in the burned areas and could be signs of infection. To prevent infection use antibiotic ointment.

Deep dermal/partial-thickness burn

This type of scald is similar to a superficial dermal burn. It reaches both the first and second layer of the skin.
This damage will either result in extreme pain or will be completely painless. With a partial-thickness burn, the skin will turn red and blistering and swelling may occur in the burned areas of the body. If the dermal microvasculature gets destroyed, blood flow will stop in that area.

Full thickness burn

This type of scald is the most dangerous. Doctors classify this full thickness burn scald as a third degree burn, and it affects the epidermis, dermis, and subcutis layers of skin. A third degree burn requires medical attention immediately.
A damaging side effect with these types of burns may cause the skin to be leathery and burn away. This may cause the burnt tissue to turn black.
Risk of infection is extremely high in these types of scald burns. This can life threatening burn can cause harmful long term damage and and could require serious medical treatments. One example is skin grafting, which is used during the healing process.

KBA Attorneys Litigates Burn Injury Cases

KBA has significant experience with burn injury cases. For example, KBA recovered millions of dollars for clients who suffered burns from products and electric shock incidents.

Each case is different and our past record is no assurance that we will be successful in reaching favorable result in any future case. That is why it is important to Contact Us to learn about your specific case. Our attorneys, including Partner Robert Price, are leading the charge in this area.

Seeking Legal Action?

When dealing with hot liquids, scalds can occur when you are in a hurry or paying little attention to what you are doing. However, these harmful and damaging scalds should never be a result of a defective product. If a product is unsafe for consumers when used as intended, the company should be held responsible.

If defective glassware including JoyJolt coffee glassware has caused injuries to you, you may qualify for compensation. Our personal injury law firm has experts who can help you heal from this inexcusable experience resulting from manufacturing defects.

No one should have to worry about getting burned by hot coffee because they used a mug that couldn’t hold liquids. Especially when it was designed and advertised to handle them. Unfortunately, some companies are not cautious or considerate of their consumers. Some continue to manufacture products that are not safe for their users.

Our law firm is committed to helping those who have been harmed from defective glassware. If you or a loved one has been on the receiving end of faulty glassware, contact us. With one consultation, those responsible for any Burn Injury can be held accountable.