Rollaway car accidents are extremely dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. According to a study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, rollaway car crashes injure 1,886 individuals and account for 144 deaths on average per year. Rollaway car crashes are often the result of a design or manufacturing defect in the vehicle. Rollaway vehicles can run over or pin someone against a wall causing severe injuries. If you believe we can help, Give Us a Call or Text at (214) 699-6524 or email us at awooley@wooleylaw.com for a free case evaluation.
What are Rollaway Car Crashes?
Rollaway car crashes are accidents caused by unattended vehicles with no driver in control. This can happen from parking brake failure, vehicle shifting into gear or an unattended child in the vehicle. These crashes can be prevented by vehicle safeguards, including brake-shift interlock. Every car does not include a brake-shift interlock, despite, the minimal cost.
Is there Anyone To Blame?
A rollaway car crash may be caused by a design or manufacturing defect in the vehicle. If there was a safer alternative design, then the manufacturer can be held liable. A safer alternative design is a design that in reasonable probability would have prevented or reduced the risk of injury and was economically and technologically feasible (ie a brake-shift interlock)
Is A Lawsuit For Rollaway Vehicle Possible?
Rollaway vehicles have been found to cause serious injuries, so filing a lawsuit with a Dallas product liability attorney is definitely and entirely possible. If you have suffered injuries from a rollaway vehicle, Give Us a Call or Text at (214) 699-6524 or email us at awooley@wooleylaw.com for a free case evaluation.