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Product recalls are costing companies and insurers billions, and the numbers are expected to increase.

When batteries explode — who pays the claim?

The average home now has 30+ devices that run on batteries. How risky are they?

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batteries Batteries are the energy source for dozens of household and industrial items — the risks arise when they are poorly manufactured and don’t perform as expected. (Photo: Shutterstock)

In the late afternoon on November 9, 2017, a loud explosion occurred at the Orlando airport. Someone shouted, “Shooter!” and the crowd scattered like birds in hunting season. The event that occurred outside of the security area followed the tragic Las Vegas and Texas shootings.

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