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When you get behind the wheel or ride as a passenger in a car, you are essentially putting your trust in the tire manufacturer. You are trusting that the manufacturer produced quality tires that are free from defects. You rightfully assume that the appropriate chemicals and materials were used to create the tires. Unfortunately, tire manufacturers sometimes cut corners or place defective tires in the marketplace. If you were injured in a car accident resulting from tire failure, you may be able to hold the tire manufacturer responsible. Keep in mind that these cases are complex and require the expertise of a lawyer who is experienced in defective tire cases. For more information contact Chalik and Chalik to speak with a knowledgeable attorney.
Tire Defects: Moisture and Foreign Matter Cured into the Tire
When objects or moisture is trapped in the tire during the curing process, it can cause tread or belt separations, which can lead to blowouts and accidents. Tire companies have a responsibility to ensure the tires they manufacture are safe and free from defects. If they make a mistake and their defects cause a consumer...
Tire Dry Rot – What It Is, How to Spot It & Liability for Accidents
All vehicle owners should know what tire dry rot is, how to spot it, and what to do if their tires have it. Meanwhile, if it causes an accident, talk to an attorney about liability. In some cases, a manufacturer may be liable if the dry rot was due to a defect in the tire....
Buyer Beware: How to Identify a Defective Tire Before Purchasing It
Defective tires have been the cause of numerous injurious and fatal accidents throughout the country. And in order to prevent these accidents, tire manufacturers often initiate recalls for tires that have known defects. According to information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were over 46 million tires recalled since 1966. Unfortunately...
Peeled Cap on Radial and Bias Tires May Cause Accidents
Peeled caps on radial and bias tires can cause blowouts and accidents. Often, the cause of a peeled cap is loss of adhesion of the cap from the tire casing during the retreading processes. If all of these terms sound a bit foreign to you, read on for an explanation of what a peeled cap is, why...
How to Check if Your Tires are Recalled
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...
Airless Tires: Are we looking at a new set of problems?
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...