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Tires fail for a number of reasons, ranging from the age of the tire to a design flaw. Tire failure has also been associated with deteriorating rubber manufacturing errors, poor quality control, weak materials or even adhesive problems. If you or one of your family members has been hurt in an accident resulting from tread separation or a tire blowout, you may be able to hold the tire manufacturer, tire retailer or dealer responsible. Tire failure cases are complex and involve factors that are different than other types of injury claims. To learn about your rights following an accident resulting from tire failure, contact Chalik and Chalik today. We will be more than happy to review your case free of charge and explain your legal options.

Vehicle owners have always been burdened with the task of constantly monitoring air pressure in their tires, change a tire when flat, and some drivers may be at risk of experiencing a tire blowout while driving. The invention of a new tire, manufactured by Bridgestone, may change all that. However, tire problems may be here...

The Continental Tire company’s General brand line of tires have been in the midst of an extensive recall for over a decade now. We have already mentioned their negligence in offering defective products in an earlier post on Continental tire recalls. Since 2002, their General tire products have been popping up in news stories for...

While a car may have a variety of features that contribute to its controllability, handling and ultimate safety while driving, if a car’s tires are defective, the vehicle is inherently unsafe. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that tire failures cause approximately 11,000 crashes per year. Defective tires — and ultimately tire...

If you own a vehicle, staying up-to-date on recall information about your vehicle is important for your safety and the safety of others. For information on how to check if your tires have been recalled, refer to the following. What is tire recall? A defective tire recall is an order that’s issued by a tire...

The integrity of your tires is extremely important for your safety while operating a motor vehicle. Great tires are key for ensuring: vehicular stability; great tread and traction; and the control of your car while driving. If you’re driving with tires that are defective, you may be compromising the safety of yourself and others. Many...

Cracks in tire tread can increase the risk of a tire blowout when the vehicle is in operation. It can lead to loss of tire pressure, then tire failure, and then an accident in some cases. Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company recently announced a recall of 48,512 Fortera HL P255/65R18 109S tires because of cracks...