Defective Vehicle Parts Lawyer

A motor vehicle accident can happen for a wide variety of reasons in Las Vegas. Having a defective part is one of them.

When a car, truck, motorcycle, or SUV gets in a crash there can be serious consequences. Injuries and other damages can result.

If the accident was caused because of a defective part, you should not be held responsible. It is possible that you can receive compensation from the liable party in these circumstances.

Having an attorney on your side is important when filing a defective vehicle parts lawsuit.

Once insurance companies are involved these cases can become difficult. Dealing with the State Farm types is never easy.

The first thing that they will look at is the driver. Trying to find liability may be more involved if there is a product defect.

Going after the auto manufacturer can get complicated.

Richard Harris has years of expertise in these types of cases.

You may be driving and following all the rules of the road and a crash happens. A malfunctioning auto part can change the dynamics of the case.

Trying to fight this on your own will be hard. Let our team of legal pros take a look at the evidence.

If we can determine that the accident was due to a defective part, we will fight for you.

Protecting your rights and helping you receive the compensation you deserve is our job.

Call the Law Offices of Richard Harris for a free consultation.

Most Common Defective Vehicle Parts

There are many defects that vehicle products can have. If a part does fail when driving it can cause a crash.

Getting in an accident because of a faulty part can cause serious injury.

• Tires – A defective tire can cause an accident. If this happens on the freeway a driver can lose control of the car. If an 18-wheeler has a blowout the tire can hit another car and cause a crash. If tires are not defective you know when it is time to replace them. If they go bad out of nowhere it can take a driver and those around by surprise. Tire failures can come in all forms. Tread separation, low pressure, and sidewall issues are all dangerous.
• Airbags -An airbag is designed to hopefully keep you safe. When there is a defective airbag, it can cause serious injury. Recalls happen all the time on motor vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveals that millions of the Takata Airbags have been recalled. If an airbag deploys with too much force it can cause injury. If the airbag does not deploy at all there can also be injury. It is important to have a functioning airbag that works in an accident.
• Brakes – Brake failure is one of the most dangerous of all. Going to hit the brakes and they don’t work is a terrifying thought. Anti-lock braking systems have some issues from time to time. Brakes that are defective can cause a collision and serious injury. In some cases, even death. Some of the parts that can be defective are the pads and brake lines. When big rigs have brake failures the damages can be devastating.
• Seatbelts – Wearing a seatbelt is one of best ways to protect yourself in a crash. That is if they work. If they don’t then injury is more likely. Getting thrown around the vehicle can cause harm. The seatbelt is there to keep you in place. A faulty latch on the seatbelt can change that. A person may be ejected out of the vehicle in accidents when a seatbelt is defective.
• Electrical Issues – Faulty electrical systems are reported in cars and trucks all the time. Problems with the ignition, spark plugs, and wires can all be dangerous. Fires can occur if there are electrical issues. This can lead to losing control of the vehicle. In commercial trucks when this happens it can be catastrophic. Fires can cause smoke inhalation and burns to those involved.
• Steering – We all take for granted steering a vehicle. If there is a defect in the steering system a crash can quickly occur. Losing control of where the vehicle is going can cause a collision. Defective hydraulic systems can lead to steering issues. Steering problems can happen with cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Steering columns and mechanisms if faulty are dangerous.
• Gas Pedals – If a car accelerates when it not supposed to it can crash. In some of these cases a vehicle will decelerate. This can be incredibly dangerous when crossing traffic. Acceleration issues can make a driver appear to be driving erratic.

Not every defect will be the cause of an accident. If you feel that your accident was due to a faulty part give us a call.

We will take a look at all the details. If a defective part was the cause we will help. We can provide you with advice and guide you through the legal process.

3 Types of Vehicle Part Defects

Design – This relates to a product or part that was flawed from the design. It was faulty even before it was manufactured. It is defective and a danger from the beginning.

Insufficient Instructions – The part may have been improperly labeled. Having the wrong instructions can result in many problems. This could allow a part to be put in wrong. The product may come with warnings that were not put on the label by mistake.

Manufacturer – This is where the company producing the part does something wrong. This can result in the part having a defect. This happens more than we may think. This could occur by using poor quality material. It can also occur in the general assembly of the part.

Defective Vehicle Part Liability

Figuring out who is responsible is important when building your case. If there are damages and injuries sustained blame can be placed on many different parties.

• Manufacturer
• Dealer
• Parts Supplier
• Repair Shop

These are all parties that can be held liable for a defective part that leads to an injury.

The part may be defective from the start. In some instances, the repair shop may have put the part in improperly.

They may have even put in the wrong part. If it can be proven that any of these parties were aware of the defective part, they can be held liable.

The Law Offices of Richard Harris will investigate your case.

Our lawyers are also excellent negotiators. If the case cannot be resolved through negotiations we can go to trial.

Nevada Product Liability Law and Defective Parts

Manufacturers, sellers, and distributors all have a legal responsibility. This is true if their parts or products cause harm to a consumer.

It holds those accountable for damages. It is reasonable to assume that a part that you purchase is not going to cause you harm.

In Nevada under strict liability a person does not need to prove that the manufacturer was negligent.

They must only prove that the part was defective. Richard Harris knows Nevada.

Damages From a Defective Vehicle Part

Physical injuries from a vehicle accident can cause serious financial loss to an individual. Some of these damages that we will be seeking include;

Loss of Wages – details of lost income now and in the future, pay stubs, payments.

Medical Expenses – treatments, doctors’ visits, medications.

Pain and Suffering – relates to both physical and emotional pain.

A case will need to prove that the defective part was the cause of these damages. It is important to keep a record of all the expenses.

If there are photographs or video that can help your case keep them. Witness testimony can be key in winning a case.

Our focus will be on establishing who is responsible for the defective part that caused the harm. Then we will hold them accountable.

We will be seeking the maximum compensation for all the damages.

What About Recalls on Defective Parts?

If there is a problem with a defective part the manufacturer must issue an alert. This is the law. A repair or replacement part will be advised.

The owner of the vehicle will receive the details of the issue and its potential risk. A warning and instructions on correcting the problem will be given.

Hopefully you are aware of the defective part and the issue is fixed. Some defective parts are much more important to your safety than others.

Take these recalls seriously and stay safe. Even if the manufacturer sends a recall notice they may still assume liability in some cases.

There is a statute of limitations of two (2) years on personal injury cases in Nevada. That is two years from the accident and injury.

After this you may no longer be able to receive compensation. Having an attorney that understands Nevada law and defective parts liability is important.

Richard Harris Law Firm is available 24/7.

Don’t hesitate! Contact us by phone, email, or come by the office.