Defective Air Bag

Automobile airbags have caused or contributed to thousands of deaths and serious injury in numerous cases where the airbag accidentally deploys, deploys improperly, or is not designed properly to protect the occupants in the vehicle.

The use of airbags, or "passive restraint systems," has undoubtedly saved many lives. However, air bag problems have caused or contributed to deaths and serious injuries. Airbag failures can occur when the airbags are not designed to accommodate all types of occupants. Short-stature people and children can be particularly at risk.

Airbag problems can occur also if they deploy needlessly. While airbags may be thought of as soft and pillow-like, they are actually violent and can even shatter the windshield upon deployment. For this reason, it can be considered unsafe for an airbag to deploy in a crash severity of 16 miles per hour or less.

It is difficult to win an air bag failure claim. Juries have a hard time picturing airbags as dangerous. Manufacturers argue that they used the best technology available at the time of production; that airbags rarely cause injuries and deaths; and that the consumer is to blame for sitting too close to the steering wheel, not wearing a seatbelt, or some other reason. Furthermore, airbag claims are complex and expensive cases.

At the Newsome Law Firm we understand the science, literature and engineering principles behind airbag technology. This knowledge is crucial to effectively litigate an airbag failure claim against the large manufacturers. Contact Us today and we will put our knowledge, experience and resources to work for you.

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