Thousands of office chairs have been recalled in recent years because they can break or tip over too easily, which can cause falls and serious injuries to unsuspecting workers.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting office chair induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know fell or was injured when an office chair broke, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
What is the Problem?
Working in an office shouldn’t pose safety hazards, but defective office chairs are actually a common source of workplace injuries. Many people develop serious back problems from spending too much time in chairs that are not ergonomic — but there is another hidden hazard.
Defective office chairs (whether at home or in an actual office) can break or tip over when unsuspecting workers sit in them. This can occur due to shoddy manufacturing, poorly-designed chairs that break easily or are extremely unstable, and cheap components that wear out very quickly.
The danger is not limited to the traditional office. Many people have furnished their homes with office chairs so they can work from home. These chairs can also pose serious dangers — and if you fall or suffer injuries when a recalled chair breaks, you may be able to file a lawsuit.
Lawsuits for Office Chair Injuries
If you were injured on the job by a dangerous office chair, it is important to contact a lawyer to make sure your claim for compensation is handled correctly from the start. You could be eligible to file a lawsuit against the office chair manufacturer.
TJX Recalls 81,700 Office Chairs After 10 Injuries Reported
In March 2023, TJX recalled about 81,700 office chairs after a dozen chairs broke when people tried them out in the store. At least 10 people were injured in falls when the back of the chair broke off or detached from the seat-base.
The injuries included “contusions, strains, numbness, bruising and one reported concussion,” according to the recall. The chairs were sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and HomeSense stores nationwide from June 2019 through December 2022 for $60 to $70.
HON Office Chair Recall
In June 2020, The HON Company recalled about 13,400 Gateway and Maxon office chairs because the back of the chair can break off. There were 11 reports of the seat-back breaking, including 2 people who suffered minor injuries. The recalled chairs have model numbers HGTMM and HGV1MM. They were sold from February 2019 to February 2020. Click here to read more.
Office Depot Chair Recall
In October 2016, Office Depot recalled about 129,000 mid-back chairs that can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard. No injuries were reported. The recalled chairs were sold nationwide at Office Depot and OfficeMax stores from August 2015 through August 2016.
Staples Office Chair Recall
In April 2016, Staples recalled the Staples® and Quill® brand “Back in Motion” office chairs because they can tip over when leaning back, posing a fall hazard. No injuries were reported. The chairs were sold nationwide from January 2014 through January 2016 for about $215.
What is the Risk?
- Falls
- Broken bones
- Lacerations and bleeding
- Contusions (bruises)
- Twisted and sprained joints
- Back injuries
- Nerve damage or numbness
- Concussion
- Head injury
- And more
Do I have an Office Chair Injury Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting office chair induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know fell or was injured when an office chair broke, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Liability Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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