
Unfortunately, car accidents happen every day. If you have been involved in a car accident, your knee-jerk reaction is likely to blame the other driver. While human error is often the culprit, in some crashes, however, it’s not the driver who is to blame, but a defective automobile part. These crashes can be quite complex, as multiple parties may be liable for your injuries. As such, it’s in your best interest to contact a determined Chesterfield County Car Accident Lawyer who can help you fight for the compensation you deserve and need. Please continue reading to learn who can be held liable in accidents caused by defective car parts.
What Types of Defects Lead to Car Accidents?
First, it’s important to understand that car accidents can arise due to design defects. Design defects refer to a problem with how a part was designed before it was ever produced. Essentially, it means a vehicle’s design is inherently unsafe. Manufacturing defects, on the other hand, are errors that occur during the production and assembly process. The plans for the product may have been sound, but somewhere in the manufacturing process, the plans were not followed, resulting in errors that made the product faulty. Furthermore, car accidents can occur due to inadequate warnings or failure to warn. When a manufacturer does not sufficiently warn consumers about the inherent dangers posed by a product. This also includes failure to issue any recalls when the manufacturer has discovered safety issues.
Who is Responsible for an Accident Due to a Defective Car Part?
If you are seriously injured in a car accident because the vehicle you were operating had defective parts or you were struck by a vehicle due to defects, it’s important to understand that multiple parties may be liable for your damages. Several factors can impact who will assume liability including whether or not human error was involved. If the accident occurred due to a motorist’s negligent actions combined with a defective automobile party, you may be able to hold the motorist partially liable for your injuries.
Additionally, the car manufacturer may be liable for the injuries you have endured as they have a duty of care to ensure the products they put in vehicles are safe and up to safety standards. In some cases, you can hold the car dealership or mechanics who have worked on the vehicle liable.
Determining liability can be a complicated process as multiple parties may be liable for your injuries. At the Cockrell Law Firm, P.C., we are prepared to help you navigate the claims process and fight for the justice you deserve. Connect with our firm today to discuss your rights and legal options.