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1.21.08 6:53 PM EDT By Meg Marco@meghann
lawsuits martha stewart lead contamination pittsburgh taking it seriously
WHO: Martha Stewart Omnimedia
WHAT: A family has filed a federal lawsuit against Martha Stewart’s company and Sears Holdings after they say their children suffered mental impairment and other side effects from lead poisoning after using Martha Stewart dinnerware.
WHERE: Lower Burrell Couple Sues Martha Stewart’s Company [KDKA](Thanks, Martin!)
THE QUOTE:“We take consumer product safety very seriously. We do not comment on pending litigation.”
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