Crashworthiness

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Auto Defect Lawyers

The "crashworthiness" of a car refers to the car's ability to withstand a crash. When a person would have otherwise walked away from an accident uninjured, issues of product liability come into question. At Kleinpeter & Schwartzberg, LLC, we represent people who are injured from auto defects.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issues Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). Vehicles and auto equipment are required to comply with the FMVSS of the NHTSA. Contact an attorney from our firm if you have been injured by an auto defect.

Product liability, as it relates to an auto defect, requires the experience and in-depth knowledge of a skilled attorney . Since 1976, our lawyers have been focused on representing injured people. We are highly experienced in product liability law and familiar with the Louisiana Product Liability Act (LPLA). Our firm represents clients who are injured by auto defects that raise questions regarding the crashworthiness of a car. Potential auto defect issues include:

  • Roof crush resistance in rollovers
  • Seat performance in rear impact crashes
  • Occupant safety in side impact crashes
  • Occupant safety in front impact crashes
  • Head restraints
  • Airbag protection
  • Seatbelt restraints

Consumers buy cars with the expectation that car will adequately protect them in the event of a car accident. When a defective product in your car causes a serious injury, you need effective legal representation on your side. Our firm regularly consults and works with product experts in an effort to determine the liability of the product manufacturer. Contact our firm to learn more.

 

 

 

 


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