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Defective Motor Vehicle Injury Lawsuits<\/h1>\n\n
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Defective motor vehicle injury lawsuits allow victims to seek compensation when a crash is caused by a flaw in the vehicle\u2019s design, manufacturing, or warnings. Unlike typical personal injury claims, these cases follow strict liability rules, meaning negligence doesn\u2019t need to be proven.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n

Usually, an auto accident is caused by at least one\u00a0of the drivers involved. This is true even for single-vehicle accidents. However, some crashes are due to defective products.<\/p>\n

When this happens, the victims can sue the vehicle manufacturer, dealership, or distributor for damages. You may even have a claim against the vehicle parts manufacturer<\/a>. It depends on the nature of the defect and which party was responsible.<\/p>\n

Motor vehicle defect cases include claims involving passenger vehicles and motorcycles, trucks, and vans. Unlike an ordinary\u00a0personal injury claim<\/a>, your product liability attorney doesn’t have to\u00a0prove negligence<\/a>\u00a0in these cases under products liability law.<\/p>\n

To establish liability in defective motor vehicle accident cases, your personal injury lawyer<\/a> must only prove the product defect existed and that it caused your car wreck.<\/p>\n

This article provides an overview of motor vehicle defects<\/a>. It also discusses how defective motor vehicle lawsuits work.<\/p>\n

Vehicles With Design or Manufacturing Defects<\/h2>\n

Every year, auto manufacturers issue recalls for various vehicle defects<\/a>. Whether you drive a car, SUV, motorcycle, ATV, or commercial truck, your vehicle may have a defect. Many people are unaware of the defect until they get into a car accident.<\/p>\n

The types of defects vary, depending on the kind of motor vehicle you drive. For example, thousands of people are hurt every year in SUV rollover accidents. Many others suffer injuries due to defective airbags or seatbelts.<\/p>\n

When researching the type of vehicle you want to buy, check the safety records.<\/a> Look to see:<\/p>\n