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Establishing a Case of Product Liability for Airbag Problems
Airbag systems are intended to provide an added layer of protection on top of seatbelts to keep passengers safe in the event of an vehicle accident. They are designed to deploy on impact and prevent the driver or passenger from colliding with the steering wheel, dashboard or windshield. However, they can actually cause injury if there is an airbag failure and they deploy without warning. An air bag problem with early deployment can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash or even involve other motorists in accidents.
Identifying a Defective Airbag
Airbag failure can be the result of several defects such as:
- Fails to deploy
- Deploys too soon
- Deploys too late
- Deploys improperly
- Deploys unnecessarily
Resulting Injuries of Product Liability
Injuries caused by air bag problems vary depending on the situation. Some of the most common airbag failures include:
- Neck injuries
- Head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Internal injuries
- Paralysis
Common Defects and their Impact
One of the most dangerous examples of product liability is an automobile with an over-aggressive airbag. This type of airbag is often the "one-size-fits-all" variation that either intrudes too deep into the occupant's space, or inflates with excessive force. The tremendous impact of such an airbag can result trauma to the face, head, neck or spine. In more severe cases, it can lead to blindness, brain damage, permanent disfigurement and even death by way of decapitation.
Another common airbag problem involves built-in crash sensors that trigger airbags in low-speed crashes where they should not be deployed. Usually mounted near a vehicle's headlights, these crash sensors alert the system that a major accident is in progress, which causes the airbag to deploy needlessly. Likewise, these sensors can also delay the signal which could deflate too late to prevent injuries. There have been many reported accidents in which the airbag did not inflate. This serves as evidence such failures are amongst the most severe of all product liability cases and that safe and more reliable designs are well overdue.
Composing a Product Liability Case
Cases involving injuries caused by defective airbags can be very complicated as both the airbag and automobile manufacturer could possibly be held liable.
Anyone who has suffered an injury as the result of airbag failure should immediately seek medical attention for those injuries. This is critical as medical attention and care should be obtained while a legal case is pending. Most importantly, you should consult an experienced product liability attorney to determine if you have a claim.
If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of a defective air bag or other vehicle products, contact our experienced team at 1-800-ATTORNEY or complete our online form for a free evaluation of your case. Specializing in auto product liability claims, we have extensive knowledge and resources that can help you garner the best possible results for both you and your loved ones.
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