Defective tires are a genuine safety worry that can lead to some truly awful accidents. Auto defect cases, including those involving subpar tires, add up to tens of thousands of injuries and wrecks every single year. The numbers are staggering, and it’s down to manufacturers to make sure their products are safe.
When a tire goes and fails because of a manufacturing or design flaw, the consequences can be very, very serious. Auto defect litigation is all about holding the manufacturers to account for the mistakes they make. And, let’s be honest, it’s a big deal.
People who’ve been hurt because of defective tires may be able to file lawsuits to get some justice. Personal injury law provides a way for people to receive the compensation they deserve when they have been hurt in an accident.
Understanding Tire Defects and Accidents
Defective tires are a major factor behind thousands of car wrecks on American roads each year, and it’s often the case that the people in the car get seriously hurt or even worse. When a tire defect goes unnoticed, it can cause a sudden tire blowout, lead to a complete loss of control of the car, and leave people seriously injured. These incidents put the driver and passengers at risk, but also other people on the road around them.
Tire manufacturers have a responsibility to make sure every single tire they put out meets strict safety standards. But sometimes, this doesn’t happen, and subpar tires slip through the net. This can be down to all sorts of reasons – manufacturing process flaws, not doing enough quality control or making design errors. It’s a real mess, and it leads to all sorts of problems.
People who’ve been hurt by defective tires often have mounting medical bills and lost wages, and that’s not even mentioning the long-term pain and suffering that they go through. But help is at hand. There are lawyers who specialise in tire defect cases, and they’re able to help victims get the compensation they deserve. By holding manufacturers to account, these lawyers are doing a vital job in making sure tires are safer for everyone.
If you, or someone you care about, has been hurt in an accident because of a tire defect, it’s really important that you understand your rights and get the help of a lawyer who can help you get the compensation you’re owed.
Expert Legal Help for Tire Defect Victims
When a tire fails and causes damage or death, then getting a good lawyer is essential to make sure the people responsible for the subpar tire are held to account. We specialise in handling cases for people who’ve been hurt in tire blowouts and other cases of manufacturing defects. We’ll give you a free consultation to talk through your tire defect case, and we can explore the options you have. You can get in touch with us today at 833-372-3529 to get a free review of your tire defect case.
Why You Need a Top-Notch Defective Tire Lawyer
Tire manufacturers have a lot of money to spend on their lawyers, so it’s really important to get a good lawyer on your side. Here are a few reasons why:
- Tough Product Liability Laws: Tire defect cases often involve complex laws, and you need a lawyer who knows what they’re doing to get you the compensation you deserve.
- Evidence Preservation: If you want to get the best possible outcome, you need to make sure all the evidence is properly documented, and that means acting fast.
- Expert Witnesses: You’ll need a team of experts to help prove that the tire was defective, and that’s why you got hurt. And let’s be honest, it’s not going to be easy.
- Time is of the Essence: Don’t even think about waiting too long to get in touch with a lawyer. Every state has its own rules about how long you’ve got to make a claim, and if you miss that deadline, you could be left with nothing.
- Get the Maximum Compensation You’re Owed: A good lawyer will make sure you get the compensation you deserve. It’s not just about the money, though that’s a big part of it. A good lawyer will make sure you get the best possible outcome.
Our Tire Defect Legal Services
Personal Injury Tire Defect Cases
We help people who’ve been hurt in car crashes caused by faulty tires, including passenger cars, SUVs, motorcycles, and light trucks. We’re talking about cases where the tire just gave way and someone got hurt. We’ll help you claim the compensation you deserve for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Commercial Vehicle Tire Defect Litigation
We help people who’ve been hurt in crashes involving semi-trucks and commercial vehicles where the tires failed. This includes cases where the tires are made badly, leading to an increased risk of them failing. This can include cases where multiple people have been hurt, and we’ll help them get the compensation they deserve.
Causes and Consequences of Tire Blowouts
Tire blowouts are among the worst things that can happen if a tire is defective, and they often happen with no warning at all. A blowout happens when a tire just suddenly loses its air pressure, and this can be triggered by all sorts of problems. Manufacturing defects like weak spots in the rubber are a big problem, and so are design flaws that make the tire structurally weak. Even small mistakes in the production line can have terrible consequences on the road.
Tire tread separation is another big problem, where the tread just peels away from the rest of the tire and causes a blowout. Other manufacturing defects, like using the wrong adhesives or exposing the tire to too much water during manufacture, can weaken the tire and make it more likely to fail. It’s a real mess, and it’s a big part of why we need to hold manufacturers to account for the mistakes they make.
The Devastating Consequences of Tire Blowouts
Tire blowouts can have some truly dire consequences. A vehicle can literally spin out of control, causing rollover accidents that leave multiple cars in the wreckage and leave everyone on board with serious injuries, sometimes even fatalities. It’s vital that drivers keep a close eye on their tires and get any signs of wear or damage sorted out pronto. And it’s not just the drivers who are to blame – tire companies and manufacturers need to be held to account for making sure their products are safe to use before they hit the high street. If there’s any suspicion of a defect, then a thorough investigation is needed to figure out who’s to blame and make sure the victims get the compensation they need to get their lives back on track.
The Deadliest Tire Defects We Handle
These are the most deadly tire defects we handle – often the ones that cause accidents. Just check out these examples:
- Tread Separation: When a tire’s tread just suddenly gives way, you’ve got loss of control, and that’s particularly scary if you’re doing high speed on the motorway
- Sidewall Blowouts: When the tire’s sidewall just fails and goes down, you’re looking at a rapid deflation
- Belt Separation: When those internal steel belts just split away from the rest of the tire
- Bead Failure: When the tire just comes away from the wheel rim while you’re driving
- Manufacturing Contamination: When foreign materials get built into the weakens the tire’s structure
- Improper Curing: When the tire just isn’t vulcanized properly, and it all starts to fall apart a bit early
- Design Defects: Where the design of the tire just isn’t up to scratch, even if it meets the spec
- Zipper Rupture: That’s just what it sounds like – a rapid tear through the tire
- Age-Related Degradation: When a tire’s just prematurely aged because it was built with manufacturing flaws
- Recall Violations: When the tire company ignores a recall and keeps selling off defective tires
Our Tire Defect Process
Step 1: Get the Evidence in Order
After a tire blows and there’s an accident, it’s vital to get the evidence secured. That includes the defective tire, the accident scene, the police reports, medical records, and any witness statements, and make sure your rights are protected while you deal with the insurance folks, and that you get everything documented thoroughly.
Step 2: Get the Experts In
Our team gets the top automotive engineers to take a gander at the failed tire, does some accident reconstruction to work out what actually went wrong and who’s to blame – all that other stuff like tire pressure can play a part – and they dig up all the records from the tire factory and quality control data and figure out who’s on the hook.
Step 3: Getting the Lawsuit Going
We file product liability cases while the clock is ticking, get the internal company documents and communications, get the manufacturer’s reps and expert witnesses on the stand, and then go after the best possible settlement or get the case to court.
Step 4: Getting the Case Wrapped Up
We get all the medical bills and any ongoing medical care sorted, negotiate the best possible settlement or go to trial and get you the best possible outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I even know if my tire was defective?
Look out for your tires. Any unusual wear and tear, bulges, or cracks should be checked. Take a look at any recalls online and get a professional tire inspection as soon as you can after a blowout. If you notice the tires behaving oddly while you’re driving, such as vibrating or making strange noises, get them checked out immediately.
How much can I get in compensation for a tire defect case?
You can get back any medical expenses, such as emergency care, surgery, or rehab. You can also recover lost wages if you are unable to work because of your injuries, as well as compensation for reduced earning capacity. Additionally, you may receive damages for all the pain and suffering you have endured, whether physical or emotional trauma. Finally, you can be reimbursed for any property damage to your car and other belongings.
How long do I have to sue for a tire defect case?
That varies from state to state, ranging from 1 to 6 years. However, the discovery rule applies when you first discover the defect. Because of this, it is very important to get a lawyer immediately after the accident, especially if it involves wrongful death or minor injury cases.
Get in Touch with Our Tire Defect Team
Get a Free Case Evaluation – Right Now
Don’t let the tire manufacturers get away with it. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t have to pay anything up front. We’re here 24/7 to get your case sorted out right away. Call us on (833) 372-3529 for a consultation. Remember, time is of the essence when it comes to your rights, so get on the phone now.