For new parents in particular, recalls can be the cause of a lot of anxiety. Are my baby’s toys dangerous? Is the crib safe? I have that recalled car seat, now what? The editors of Parents magazine’s website, Parents.com, invited me to explain the process and help demystify the recall experience. As someone who has written about recalls since the 1990s and a parent, I understand how confusing it...
One of the hottest gadgets this holiday season is the e-reader. Avid readers love their extensive libraries, parents are scooping them up as educational gifts, and travelers prize them...
A new system to track shoppers by following consumers’ cell phones through malls and stores is under scrutiny for its potential to invade the privacy of customers. U.S. Sen....
If you were ever suspicious that Facebook was sharing your personal information, now you know. The social networking giant settled charges that it duped consumers into believing their information...
