The safety features in your car are supposed to keep you safe. But what happens when a crucial safety feature, like the airbag, malfunctions? A defective airbag can deploy improperly during a crash, causing serious injuries or even death.
Risks and Injuries from Defective Airbags
Defective airbags can malfunction in several ways. In some cases, the airbag may not deploy at all during the crash, leaving you vulnerable to impact injuries. Other times, a defective airbag may deploy with too much force, causing serious internal injuries.
One of the most common issues with defective airbags is faulty inflators. These inflators can degrade over time when exposed to high heat and humidity and explode when deployed, often spraying shrapnel into the vehicle. In fact, millions of vehicles have been recalled due to this issue. In addition to shrapnel wounds, other common defective airbag injuries include facial injuries, broken bones, and internal organ damage.
How Our Attorneys Can Help
Determining the cause of your injuries can be complex, especially if there are multiple parties involved in the car accident. Our experienced attorneys can help you by:
- Investigating the airbag. We will work with experts to examine the airbag and determine if it malfunctioned. This may involve reviewing accident data, police reports, and vehicle maintenance records.
- Identifying the responsible party. Depending on the specific facts of your case, the car manufacturer, parts supplier, or even a mechanic who serviced your vehicle could be liable for your injuries. Our attorneys will investigate all potential parties.
- Building your case. We will gather evidence to support your claim, including medical records, witness statements, and expert testimony.
Seek Compensation for Your Defective Airbag Injuries with Kaster Lynch Farrar & Ball
If you’ve been injured by a defective airbag, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our attorneys can help you navigate the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve — and keep in mind that there is no fee unless we win.
At Kaster Lynch Farrar & Ball, we have a proven track record of holding car manufacturers and parts suppliers accountable for defective products. We aim to make your case a part of that winning track record. Call or contact us online today for a free consultation.
