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Auto Product Liability
What is an auto product liability claim?
Manufacturers and designers of automobile and auto parts have multiple responsibilities to consumers. If a design defect, manufacturing defect, or an error of omission (such as a failure to warn about a potentially dangerous part) indirectly leads to an accident that results in property damage, injury, or death, the victim or victim's family can seek compensation for things like medical bills, lost wages, and even punitive damages.
What's an example of a manufacturing defect leading to an Arizona auto product liability claim?
A factory installs airbags in a vehicle incorrectly. Months later, when driver of said vehicle gets into a fender-bender at an intersection, the askew airbag goes off, breaking the driver's ribs. The driver can claim that the manufacturing defect caused the rib injury and that therefore the manufacturer should be liable for the damages.
What's an example of design defect leading to a liability claim?
If you remember, back in January and February of 2010, the Japanese auto giant Toyota got hit by a massive class action suit for a design defect revolving around faulty accelerator pedals. Many Toyota users found that depressed accelerators would continue to accelerate and thus cause accidents, property damage, and other problems.
What are some legal grounds upon which a client can base an Arizona auto liability claim?
- Negligence -- The manufacturer, repair shop, or designer exhibited a degree of carelessness which indirectly led to an accident.
- Misrepresenting a product
- Supplying incorrect (or failing to supply) information about a vehicle or a vehicle part.
- Warranty breach -- Seller or manufacturer disregards a promise made about a car or a car part.
What are some counter arguments that liability defendants often make?
The defendants may argue that you or another party contributed to the accident through your own negligence (such as speeding or talking on a cell phone while driving). The defendant may also say that driver assumes some risk for using the product. Also, the defendant might argue that he or she was in full compliance with government and state standards for safety.
Where can you go for expert legal help with an auto liability case in Arizona?
Connect with the husband and wife legal team of Alexis and Mark Breyer today. Since 1995, they have been fighting vigorously on behalf of Arizona auto injury victims. With a 98% success rate, an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell (the highest rating), and a ranking in the top 100 of trial lawyers in the United States by the American Trial Lawyers Association, the Breyers have the experience and credentials to get profound results. Even if they can't help you, they can provide a free consultation. Call 602-267-1280 today.
