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Class Action Topics: Defective Products

Class Action Auto Defect Lawyer

Consumer Protection and Class Action Litigation for Auto Defects

The nation's highways and roads can be dangerous places where the combination of speed and weight causes many thousands of injuries and deaths each year. Unsafe and defective automobiles and motor vehicle parts only add to the danger that motorists face. Auto defects can cause catastrophic and fatal injuries, both to the drivers and passengers of the defective vehicles and to other drivers who share the road with automobiles that have product defects. Holding manufacturers and distributors accountable for these defects can help victims recover compensation for their injuries. Exposing auto defects may also help create safer roadways in the future.

At the law firm of Freed & Weiss LLC, in Chicago, Illinois, our attorneys work hard to uphold the rights of consumers in the United States and to protect consumers from dangerous products, including motor vehicles. Since 1999, our lawyers have recovered millions of dollars in class action lawsuits. We are committed to helping our clients get the resolutions that they deserve while improving the marketplace and the roadways for everyone.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a poorly designed or carelessly made vehicle, contact us at Freed & Weiss and speak with us about your situation. Send us an e-mail or call us toll free at 866-779-9610.

Safety Defects in Motor Vehicles

Most automobiles and other vehicles are safely designed and manufactured, but when problems occur, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer to recall dangerous vehicles and to uphold auto warranties that are sold to their customers. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other liable parties may include the dealer of the vehicle or the manufacturer of the defective component parts.

There are many examples of safety defects in automobiles and auto parts that can cause accidents and serious injuries, including:

  • Steering problems, resulting in partial or complete loss of vehicle control
  • Fuel leaks and fuel system problems
  • Cracked wheels or blown tires
  • Malfunctioning windshield wiper assemblies
  • Seats and seat backs that fail during use
  • Child safety seat defects
  • Air bags that do not deploy or deploy under poor conditions
  • Wiring system problems

At Freed & Weiss, our attorneys can provide experienced representation for product defect cases involving these and other problems in automobiles. We also provide defective products litigation for consumers harmed by other products, including pharmaceutical drugs, home appliances, home improvement products and electronics.

Contact Freed & Weiss LLC and Learn About Your Rights

Many drivers and consumers do not understand laws regarding product liability and how to recover damages if accidents and injuries occur due to substandard products. At Freed & Weiss, we can educate you about your rights and how class action lawsuits have helped thousands of people across the United States find the recoveries that they deserve. Contact us by e-mail or by calling us at 866-779-9610 and speak with us about your situation.

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