Motor Vehicles

Even the safest drivers face innumerable risks when they operate a motor vehicle. It is the responsibility of automotive manufacturers to reduce these risks by adhering to strict safety standards in both the design and manufacturing stages. If a car is made unsafe by defective seatbelts, child safety restraints, airbags, brakes, or other equipment, the manufacturer of the car or of the defective device may be held liable for any injuries that result. Likewise, the manufacturer must take appropriate measures to ensure that the fuel system operates properly and is adequately protected from foreseeable damage in the event of a crash; the failure to do so can result in potentially deadly fires and explosions. In addition, a vehicle must be sufficiently "crashworthy" in the event of a collision or rollover. This standard has become increasingly important in SUV cases, as many rollover accidents have resulted in serious injury or death due to inadequate roof strength and deficient occupant survival zones.

If you or someone you love has been involved in a serious automobile accident, please consult the Motor Vehicle Accidents page of our web site or contact our defective product attorneys in Northeastern Pennsylvania today.