After saving up, the day may come when you can finally purchase a new car. Whether it’s new or used, making this investment is something many dream about. However, when you’re involved in an accident due to defective car parts, it can be incredibly upsetting. Not only is your new car damaged, but you’ve also sustained injuries over something that should have been prevented. If you have been injured, understanding who can face liability for the damages you’ve endured is critical. Keep reading to learn more about these accidents and why connecting with Baltimore County product liability attorneys is critical to fighting for the best possible outcome.
How Do Defective Car Parts Cause Collisions?
Generally, you’ll find there are two major causes of a defective product. The first is a design flaw. This means that there is an inherent flaw in how the product is designed that renders it unsafe for consumers. Essentially, all products made using this design will be considered defective.
However, products designed using a safe blueprint can still be dangerous, as they may be subject to manufacturing flaws. During the production of the part, malfunctions or issues can occur that render one part unsafe.
Common car part defects that can result in collisions include, but are by no means limited to, the following:
- Power steering failure
- Brake line failures
- Accelerator defects
- Leaking fuel tanks
- Tire defects
- Airbags that deploy without a collision occurring
- Structural defects leading to a roof collapse
Who Can Face Liability for My Injuries?
If you are injured in a collision because the vehicle you were driving had defective car parts or you were struck by a vehicle due to defects, it can feel overwhelming to determine who can face liability in these matters. There are different factors that can impact who will assume liability for these matters.
Generally, the first thing that will be considered is whether or not human error was involved. If you were struck by a driver, for example, it could be due to their negligent actions coupled with a defective vehicle. As such, you can hold the driver partially liable.
In addition, you can likely hold the car manufacturer or the product manufacturer liable for the injuries you’ve sustained as a result of defective car parts. This is because they have a duty of care to ensure the products they are providing are safe and up to safety standards. However, you may also be able to hold the car dealership or any mechanics who have performed work on the vehicle liable.
As you can see, liability can be incredibly complex. That’s why it’s imperative to connect with an experienced attorney who can guide you through these matters. At the Law Offices of Markey & Orsi, we understand how intimidating it can be to file a claim against a car manufacturer, which is why we’re ready to represent you in every step of the process. We are dedicated to fighting on behalf of our injured clients. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you.
