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Apr 9, 2025
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Fisher-Price Settles $19M Class Action Over Defective Infant Sleeper Causing Injuries and Deaths

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Deadline

20 days remaining

Deadline: April 29, 2025

Total Settlement Amount

$19M

Total amount allocated for all claims

Individual Payout Range

$10+

Estimated amount per eligible claim

Proof of Purchase

Not Required

Proof may not be required for all claims. Current owners of the Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play Sleeper who purchased or own a unit manufactured between certain dates may be eligible for a payment without needing to provide proof of purchase. Former owners without proof of purchase may receive a payment of $10.00 per qualifying sleeper unit.

Settlement Summary

Mattel and Fisher-Price have recently settled a $19 million class action lawsuit concerning the Fisher-Price Rock 'n Play Sleeper, a product that was marketed as a safe infant sleep aid but was later found to be defective and dangerous. This product's design allegedly led to numerous infant injuries and fatalities. The lawsuit claims that despite being aware of these risks, Fisher-Price, Mattel, and Amazon continued to sell the product until it was recalled in April 2019. The $19 million settlement is intended to compensate consumers and families who suffered losses or injuries due to the Rock 'n Play Sleeper. This case sets a significant precedent by holding companies accountable for the safety of their products and could have broader implications for similar cases in the future. The payout from the lawsuit varies based on whether the claimant is a current or former owner of the recalled Fisher-Price product and the date the product was purchased or manufactured. Notably, proof of purchase is not necessary for all claims, allowing a wider range of consumers to benefit from the settlement. This lawsuit adds to the growing scrutiny of the infant sleep product industry and its regulations. The recall and ensuing legal actions underscore the importance of rigorous safety testing and transparency from companies about potential risks associated with their products. This case may prompt regulatory bodies to tighten safety standards and oversight in the industry to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Entities Involved

Fisher-Price
Mattel
Amazon
Rock 'n Play Sleeper
United States
District of Columbia
Puerto Rico
U.S. territories

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must have purchased or acquired a Rock 'n Play Sleeper, or currently have one in possession
  • The purchase or acquisition must have occurred between January 1, 2009, and the present
  • This applies to individuals in the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and all U.S. territories

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