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Scott Medintz
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Policy and Partnerships Editor, Consumer Reports
New York
Beats
Relationships , Poetry , Mental Health
Anything uninspired!
Content
Why Amazon, Temu, Walmart, and Other Retailers Aren't Responsible for the Safety of Many Products on Their Websites
By Scott Medintz| Yahoo Verified The companies often rely on outdated laws to shield themselves from liability. Here's what needs to change—and how to protect yourself. By Scott MedintzFlammable children’s pajamas. Carbon monoxide detectors that don’t sound when the noxious gas is present. Hair dryers that lack a standard circuit breaker to reduce the risk of electrocution if they get wet.
Why Amazon, Temu, Walmart, and Other Retailers Aren't Responsible for the Safety of Many Products on Their Websites - Consumer Reports
By Scott Medintz| Consumer Reports Verified The companies often rely on outdated laws to shield themselves from liability. Here's what needs to change—and how to protect yourself. November 7, 2024 Illustration: Consumer Reports, Getty Images Flammable children’s pajamas. Carbon monoxide detectors that don’t sound when the noxious gas is present. Hair dryers that lack a standard circuit breaker to reduce the risk of electrocution if they get wet.
Why Amazon, Temu, Walmart, and Other Retailers Aren't Responsible for the Safety of Many Products on Their Websites
By Scott Medintz| Yahoo Verified The companies often rely on outdated laws to shield themselves from liability. Here's what needs to change—and how to protect yourself. By Scott MedintzFlammable children’s pajamas. Carbon monoxide detectors that don’t sound when the noxious gas is present. Hair dryers that lack a standard circuit breaker to reduce the risk of electrocution if they get wet.
Company Info
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports is a nonprofit organization dedicated to consumer advocacy, founded in 1936. Originally known as Consumers Union, it was established to provide unbiased evaluations of goods and services during a time of limited consumer protections. The organization is headquartered in the U.S. and operates independently, as it does not accept advertising or free product samples. Consumer Reports conducts rigorous product testing across various categories, including appliances, electronics, and vehicles. It also engages in investigative reporting on public health and safety issues, advocating for consumer protection policies such as drug pricing transparency and product safety regulations. Additionally, it offers digital tools like product comparison databases and reliability surveys to assist consumers in making informed purchasing decisions. The organization targets individual consumers, providing them with access to ratings, reviews, and buying guides through a membership model.
Yonkers, New York, United States
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Founded: 1936