Kmart Pays After Asbestos Sand Case | Auckland News

A Christchurch family won a landmark payout from Kmart after their kids played with asbestos-contaminated sand — the tribunal ordered $15,185.42 to cover testing and cleanup costs, rejecting claims for future medical bills. The ruling, while not setting legal precedent, sends a powerful message to retailers: unsafe products must be recalled swiftly and consumers deserve accountability. Kmart acknowledged the broader industry issue and says it’s reviewing the decision. Advocates note the family spent months and thousands proving the case — highlighting how outdated laws struggle to protect shoppers in today’s retail landscape. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ae99cfc3956ea0f