If you lost a loved one due to a defective vehicle, then an Arlington deadly defective vehicles accident lawyer may be able to help you pursue compensation. The makers of cars and their components have a duty under state law to create products that do not unreasonably endanger drivers, passengers, and pedestrians. You may be able to demand financial recovery from the party who created, manufactured, or sold the defective vehicle.
The legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins wants to stand by your side during this difficult time. We can take the lead to investigate the cause of the crash, explain your legal rights, and demand that the responsible party compensates you for your losses. Call in the Strong Arm today at (877) 239-4878 to discuss your options.
Defective Car Parts Are a Leading Cause of Deadly Motor Vehicle Accidents
Despite major upgrades in motor vehicles’ safety, collisions remain a major source of injuries and death in Arlington. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), for the calendar year 2019, one person died on Texas’ roads every two hours and 26 minutes. Additionally, a reportable accident occurred every 56 seconds. Sadly, this data confirms that deadly collisions are not an uncommon occurrence.
The reasons why these incidents occur are as varied as the number of crashes. However, a leading cause of these unfortunate events is defective or faulty cars. This includes situations where the vehicle itself fails to perform as expected or when a component fails, leading to a loss of control.
In these cases, a driver may share some of the blame for an accident, but the automaker may also carry a level of liability. For your car accident case, multiple parties could be held accountable for the passing of your loved one. An Arlington deadly defective vehicles accident lawyer is ready to help investigate the cause of the crash and determine whether a faulty vehicle is to blame.
To get in touch with Loncar Lyon Jenkins, dial (877) 239-4878.
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Holding Car Manufacturers and Parts Makers Responsible for Their Failures
The makers of items that are for sale have a duty to produce a safe product. This includes designing items that perform as expected as well as ensuring that their manufacturing processes conform to design specifications. Unfortunately, the mere fact that a car part has failed in its role in keeping a person safe is not definitive proof of the manufacturer’s fault. Instead, state law outlines a specific set of concepts that you need to demonstrate in order to hold a car’s manufacturer liable.
According to the Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §82.005, there are two major components to product liability claims that follow deadly car crashes. The first aspect requires you to show that a design defect was the source of the incident. Examples may include brakes that fail to operate in the rain, engines that stall out at high speeds, or transmissions that do not properly downshift when coming to a stop.
The second part of defective design cases requires you to show that a reasonable alternative design exists that could have prevented your loved one’s passing. A safer alternative design is one that would have significantly reduced the risk of harm and one that was economically and technologically feasible at the time of manufacture.
Sometimes, proving these concepts requires the help of a third-party consultant, such as an auto engineering expert. The legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can work with these experts to prove that a design defect led to your loved one’s accident.
Pursuing Claims for Wrongful Death
Losing a loved one is never easy. Additionally, state laws can make pursuing wrongful death claims extremely complex. The first complexity is the state’s law concerning the time limits to demand compensation. The Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §16.003 gives families only two years following the date of their loved one’s passing to demand compensation in court. This is an extremely short time for families to grieve, come to terms with their loss, and understand their legal rights.
Another complicating factor is determining who has the right to file a case demanding payment. Texas Civil Practice & Remedies Code §71.004 outlines who may file a case in court. It states that a decedent’s surviving spouse, children, and parents have the exclusive right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, if three months pass without a case appearing in court, the executor of the decedent’s estate has the ability to pursue the case.
An Arlington deadly defective vehicles accident lawyer can evaluate the facts of your situation and explain how Texas’ laws apply to your case. You can call Loncar Lyon Jenkins today to learn more.
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We Help Families Move Forward with Their Lives
Following the loss of a loved one, you may have many questions regarding your legal rights and options. While the loss of a close loved one can affect your emotional wellbeing and financial resources, a claim for compensation may be able to bring you some degree of closure.
Yet, as serious as these incidents are, it is impossible to collect compensation without proving that a car maker’s parts failed and caused the crash. This often requires a legal analysis that places the burden on you to show that a different design could have prevented your loved one’s passing.
An Arlington deadly defective vehicles accident lawyer wants to help you prove your case against the at-fault party. The legal team at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can stand by your side to explain your rights, build a case against the liable party, and navigate the legal system to resolve your case. Reach out to us today at (877) 239-4878 for a free consultation and to learn how we can pursue justice for your loved one.
