The designer of a seat belt should have the user’s safety as their top priority, but sometimes defects in their design, manufacturing, or installation can leave drivers and passengers unprotected in the event of a crash. If you’ve been the victim of a safety belt defect, contact Marsh | Rickard | Bryan to learn about your legal options.
Seat Belt
Seat belts are one of the most important features in any vehicle, designed to protect occupants during a crash by restraining their movements and reducing the risk of serious injuries. But when there’s a defect or the belt malfunctions, victims may suffer serious harm, including head trauma, spinal cord injuries, internal bleeding, and even death.
Our job is to hold the negligent parties accountable for producing or installing a defective product in your vehicle, and recover the compensation to which you are entitled. Malfunctioning latches, retractors that don’t lock properly, faulty pretensioners, or material that tears under pressure can all affect the belt’s ability to protect the vehicle’s occupants. Sometimes, the defect may not become obvious until a crash occurs. We examine the details of your case in order to determine what exactly caused the failure and who is responsible.
In these types of cases, a legal recovery can cover medical bills, rehabilitation costs, lost wages, emotional suffering, and even punitive damages, which are intended to punish the wrongdoer and/or deter similar negligence in the future. These claims not only help injured victims and their families recover financially after an injury, but they also push manufacturers to improve safety standards, potentially preventing similar tragedies from occurring. Holding wrongdoers and negligent parties accountable is an important step in advocating for a safer future for drivers and their passengers.
If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of a defective device in a vehicle, contact our firm to learn what options you may have.
Why Experience Matters With Seat Belt Claims
When a defective seat belt causes injuries or death, choosing the right legal team is important to obtaining a successful outcome for your case. Our firm’s record of success shows that we have the skills, dedication, and resources needed to help victims of such accidents.
For those looking for quality legal services, our team at Marsh | Rickard | Bryan, LLC is here to provide the support you need. Contact us today to learn about your legal options.
