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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.
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...
Process of Product Liability Claim for a Defective Tire
When a defective tire causes an accident that leads to injuries, the victims of the accident have the right to file a product liability claim for damages. A product liability claim can yield compensation for medical expenses, personal suffering, lost wages, physical repairs, and more. While a product liability claim can be a good option...
New Tire Tread Separation
When purchasing a new set of tires, consumers typically assume they will get a high-quality product that is free from manufacturing or design defects and that will ensure their safety while driving on the road. And in most cases, the tires perform well and do so without leading to accidents. Unfortunately though, some new tires,...
Flaws in Tire Identification, Registration, and Recall System
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, tire failure causes approximately 11,000 accidents per year, some of which lead to serious injuries or fatalities. But how do consumers know when a tire is at risk of failure and requires replacement? Some experts argue that there are flaws in the tire identification, registration and recall...
Taking Legal Action Following a Defective Tire Accident
Defective tire accidents often give rise to personal injury lawsuits that use the legal theory of strict product liability. The theory holds that manufacturers are liable for their products even if they showed reasonable care in making the product. Plaintiffs don’t have to show the manufacturer was negligent. To collect compensation for their damages, plaintiffs...
Check the Date: Are your tires too old?
Tires do not come with an expiration date in the way that food does, but they age and can become less effective or more dangerous after a certain number of years. Most manufacturers will tell you that the age of a tire is only one factor in determining its level of safety or usefulness. Other...