When you are driving, the last thing you expect is to be involved in an accident. However, you may be even more surprised to learn the cause of the accident wasn’t human error, but rather defective car parts. Knowing the collision could have been avoided if the appropriate parties demonstrated more care can be devastating, especially when you’re left to bear the pain and suffering. If this reflects your circumstances, the following blog explores what you must know about your legal options and why it’s in your best interest to connect with a Broward County personal injury attorney who can help you navigate these complicated matters to hold the negligent party liable.
How Do Defective Car Parts Cause Accidents?
Generally, two forms of defects can render a product or part unsafe. The first is design defects. Essentially, this means that there is a problem with the design of the product that makes it inherently dangerous. Because the design is flawed, all products manufactured using the design will be deemed unsafe.
The other kind of flaw that can impact automobile parts is manufacturing flaws. These occur when the design is safe, but an error occurs in the manufacturing process which means the product deviates from the design, thus becoming unsafe. For example, if a product is assembled incorrectly, it is considered defective. Not all products manufactured will be impacted. In some instances, it can be a batch of products, while in other cases, it is a singularly defective product.
Unfortunately, cars are often the center of defect lawsuits and recalls. Common flaws with auto parts include tire issues, power steering failure, structural issues, improperly assembled vehicles, brake line failures, and fluid leaks. These problems can lead to collisions as you’ll find that often they can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
How Is Liability Determined?
Most accidents are caused by human error, so you’ll first need to rule that out. In cases where a defective auto part is the cause of a collision, the other driver may have contributed in some way by their negligence. If this is the case, the other driver will be partially liable for the damages you’ve endured.
However, if there is no driver error and the cause of the collision is entirely due to defective auto parts, you’ll be able to hold the car manufacturer and parts manufacturer liable for the accident. This is because they must complete necessary safety and quality assurance tests to ensure the product and part are up to standard. In some instances, you may also be able to hold the dealership or a mechanic who worked on the vehicle partially liable for the damages endured.
Recovering compensation in these matters can be incredibly complex, which is why it’s in your best interest to connect with an experienced attorney. When you are hurt, you can trust the Finizio Law Group to help. We understand how devastating these accidents can be, which is why we are dedicated to fighting on your behalf for the best possible outcome. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you.
