What Austin Accident Lawyers Say About Defective Vehicle Claims Defective vehicles cause thousands of accidents each year, leaving victims with serious injuries, medical bills, and lost wages. If you’ve suffered an injury in a car accident due to a faulty part, you may have the right to file a personal injury claim against the manufacturer…
NHTSA Expands Probe into Honda Vehicles Defective products can pose significant risks to consumers, leading to serious injuries or even fatalities. A recent article from the Austin American-Statesman highlights investigations into potential defects in vehicles from major manufacturers, underscoring the importance of product safety. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has expanded and…
Airbag Defect and Car Accident Lawyers Airbags are crucial for protecting drivers and passengers during a collision. But when these life-saving devices malfunction, the results can be devastating. In such cases, the expertise of airbag defect and car accident lawyers becomes essential. These legal experts help victims of defective airbags get the compensation they deserve….
Steps to Take After Being Involved in an Airbag Defect Accident Car accidents are traumatic and stressful events. The situation becomes even more challenging when the cause is an airbag defect. Airbags are supposed to provide protection, but defective ones can cause harm instead of preventing it. Knowing what to do after an airbag defect…
Burn injuries can be devastating, and understanding their causes is crucial for prevention. In a recent case, Chicago-based Conagra Brands was ordered by an Illinois jury to compensate a burn injury victim to the tune of $7.1 million. Tammy Reese of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, suffered severe burn injuries in 2017 when a commercial brand cooking spray…
A recent update to Tesla’s Autopilot software allows some drivers to use its driver-assist feature for extended periods without requiring hands on the steering wheel. This development is setting off alarm bells among U.S. safety officials and raises concerns about defective products endangering the public. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has demanded information…
The legal battle surrounding a tragic 2019 crash in Gardena, California, involving a Tesla Model S has reignited concerns about the safety of Tesla’s Autopilot system. With increasing Tesla sales and rising usage of similar automated driving systems by other automakers, questions regarding defective products and legal consequences are becoming more prevalent. Tesla’s Defective Autopilot…
U.S. safety regulators are investigating possible electrical problems in older Dodge Journeys after a woman was trapped and died when her SUV caught fire in December. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it’s investigating whether inoperative door locks and windows can prevent people from getting out of the SUVs during an emergency. Documents posted…
Austin-based Yeti is recalling 1.9 million coolers and gear cases due to magnets that can become detached from them, creating a risk of injury or death. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said consumers should stop using the four recalled products and contact Yeti for refund information. The closures on the defective products can fail, resulting…
