Thursday, May 28, 2009

Treadmill cord causes death of Tyson’s daughter

Due to their age and understanding, children are more prone to dangers. Who would have known that even a stationary treadmill could kill a 4 year old kid?

Shockingly, a tread mill cord caused the death of Mike Tyson’s daughter, Exodus Tyson. Exodus’ older brother found her lifeless body. She was rushed to the hospital and placed on a life support but died the next day.

Investigations revealed that Exodus either “slipped or put her head in the loop of a cord hanging under the treadmill’s console” causing her to suffocate.

This incident has added to the boxing champion’s already tumultuous life. Tyson claimed that this was the most challenging battle he has yet to overcome this year after being hooked on drugs and alcohol.

Accidents especially on children happen regardless of who they are. The only question every time an accident happens is that who was at fault or negligent.

In this particular case, the treadmill manufacturer may be sued if the hanging cord should not suppose to hang. A product liability case may be filed against the manufacturer if negligence is found to have contributed to the child’s death.

In this complicated case, the assistance of a personal injury lawyer is advised. As news on product defects circulates us, it is an advantage to look at the treadmill for any possible manufacturing defects which may have contributed to the death of Exodus.