Parents File Lawsuit Against Amazon for Dangerous Laser Pointer
For Immediate Release
An Idaho family has retained Stritmatter Law to file a lawsuit against Amazon and the manufacturers of a dangerous laser pointer sold on the site. The Lennoos brand laser pointer was listed on Amazon.com as a Class I laser with power output less than .39mW, meaning...
The Hidden Danger of Tabletop Fire Pits
Tabletop fire pits (also referred to as fireplaces, fire bowls, firepots, or flamepots) are often marketed as an easy way to add atmosphere to a patio, dining table, or living space. These products may also be called. Many create an open flame by burning liquid fuels such as rubbing alcohol, ethanol, or...
Fire Danger of Power Banks
Stritmatter Law recently filed another lawsuit against Amazon over a lithium-ion power bank fire. All such cases involve serious burn injuries.
Americans buy millions of portable power banks and portable power stations every year. These devices offer convenient reassurance that you will not run out of power on...
12 Stritmatter Attorneys Selected to 2026 Super Lawyers
We are proud to announce that 12 Stritmatter Law attorneys have been named to the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists for 2026. Karen Koehler once again earned a spot on the Top 50 Women and Top 100 Overall lists, an honor reserved for the very best in the profession.
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Amazon’s Responsibility for Foreign Products
If you were injured by a product purchased on Amazon, there’s a good chance something on the product packaging says “Made in China.” There’s also a good chance the Amazon “selling partner” that listed the product is not the actual manufacturer. The product brand also may not be...
Amazon “Subscribe & Save” Class Action
On May 15, 2026, three law firms filed a nationwide class action lawsuit against Amazon for bait and switch tactics in its “Subscribe & Save” program. Herman v. Amazon.com, Inc. alleges that Amazon entices consumers with artificial “subscription discount” prices only to then dramatically increase the price for future...
Stritmatter Law Clients Settle MultiPlan Class Action
After two and a half years of litigation and multiple court victories, Stritmatter Law clients and class representatives have reached a consumer protection class action settlement that benefits over 150 injured government employees.
Washington Consumer Protection Act ClaimsAfter winning their Consumer Protection Act...
Spokane Journal of Business Features Stritmatter Law Joining Forces with Layman Law
The Spokane Journal of Business published a story on March 26 about Stritmatter Law and Layman Law joining forces as top Spokane personal injury lawyers. Karina Elias interviewed Andrew Ackley and John Layman about the history of the firms and their combined resources to represent personal injury victims across...
Andrew Ackley Quoted in Law360 on Amazon Liability Ruling
Stritmatter Law attorney Andrew Ackley was recently quoted in the Law360 article “Amazon Ruling May Shift E-Commerce Litigation, Attys Say,” written by Rachel Riley, discussing the Washington Supreme Court’s decision in Scott v. Amazon.com, Inc.
In a unanimous ruling, the Court reinstated negligence claims against Amazon involving the...
Washington Supreme Court Declares Amazon Responsible for Negligence
It may seem obvious that the largest retailer in the world should be responsible for dangerous products sold online, but that is what Amazon has argued for years—because most state product liability law does not address online retail. Both in court and private negotiations, Amazon argued its “store” was just a...