Consumer Protection Law
Aug. 6, 2026
San Diego man sues Amazon over exploding tabletop fire pit
The lawsuit seeks to apply California product liability precedent holding Amazon responsible for defective goods sold through its marketplace, even when manufactured and marketed by third-party vendors.
A San Diego man has sued Amazon.com Inc. and two fire pit companies, alleging a tabletop alcohol burner he bought from the online retailer exploded, causing life-altering injuries.
Anthony Trevino's personal injury complaint illustrates the retail giant's growing vulnerability to cases over defective products sold by third parties -- despite the failure of 2020 legislation that would have held the company liable. Instead, the complaint relies on a California appellate decis...
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