
Defective Products Often Found in Vehicles
Many vehicles on the road today can be extremely complex, containing countless parts and systems that all work together. Motor vehicle accidents typically occur because of defective automotive parts. An automotive part is said to be defective when it is not designed properly, it is not produced or manufactured properly, or the individuals or entity responsible for the part fail to provide an adequate warning for consumers as to some design feature or flaw. If a defective automotive part leads to a crash, the individuals or entity responsible for manufacturing the part may be responsible for any injuries caused. If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident due to a defective automotive part, contact our firm and speak with one of our defective product attorneys to see if you have a compensable case. At Suarez & Montero, our legal team will assist you by walking you through the entire legal process and making sure you get the compensation you deserve.
Product Liability Claims Involving Defective Vehicles
Auto manufacturers regularly recall vehicles and components due to certain design defects in some vehicles or defective automotive parts. Some of the most common product liability claims involving cars, trucks, and sport utility vehicles are due to defective seat belts, defective airbags, and defective tires.
Defective Seat Belts: Seat belts are one of the most important safety features found in most cars today. In the event of an accident, seat belts help lessen the impact for the driver and passengers which can reduce the likelihood of sustaining serious life threatening injuries. In addition, seat belts help minimize the risk of being ejected from a vehicle in the event of an accident. If your vehicle has a defective seatbelt, the risk of injury is increased exponentially. As such, vehicle makers need to be careful when designing, producing, and installing seat belts on vehicles.
Defective Airbags: An airbag is a safety device found in most if not all cars today. In the event of an accident, airbags are activated by crash sensors. When activated, airbags inflate instantly and cushion a driver and passengers to prevent injury. If your vehicle has defective airbags, the risk of injury is increased exponentially. As a result, car manufacturers must exercise caution when designing, producing, and installing air bag systems on vehicles.
Defective Tires: Quality tires allow drivers to stay in control of their vehicle in all sorts of driving conditions. Moreover, quality tires reduce the risk of being injured in an accident while driving. Defective tires, such as those with tread separation, are susceptible to blowouts and may cause injuries or fatalities. If your vehicle has defective tires, the risk of being seriously injured in a crash is more likely. That is why car makers must be careful when choosing, designing, and installing tires on vehicles.
Speak with a Miami Accident Lawyer Today!
At Suarez & Montero, we know how important it is to drive a vehicle that is safe. After an accident involving a recalled vehicle, you may be thinking about filing a lawsuit or claim and want to know who may be financially responsible for your injuries. Depending on the specific facts that apply to your case, the answer to that question will vary. If you believe a defective automotive part caused your injury, contact our team to discuss your legal options and get your claim evaluated by a legal professional. We encourage you to get in touch with Suarez & Montero today and schedule a consultation with our legal team. Our law firm’s history of extraordinary representation and success in personal injury cases has earned us great praise from former injury clients, as well as high reviews on Google! We are available 24/7 to give you a free, no risk case consultation. Gathering evidence in a personal injury case can take time, and there are time limits for filing, so getting started right away is critical. We serve clients throughout Florida including those in the following areas:
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