Last updated on October 22, 2024
Faulty brakes on your vehicle can lead to a serious accident, resulting in substantial injuries and even death. It is imperative that automotive manufacturers develop and sell vehicles that are safe, dependable and up to current safety standards. If you experience an unexpected brake failure in Seattle, it may be time for a lawsuit. You expected the brake system to work properly, you paid a premium for a vehicle you were told was safe, but a defect put you and your family at risk.
Whether or not there has been a recall, if you’re considering litigation, it is important to work with an experienced attorney. Here at Pendergast Law, we have decades of combined experience and our lawyers have recovered millions in product defect cases. A serious defect – such as a brake pedal malfunction, an ABS failure or an electronic brake failure – that leads to a sudden brake failure is just a specific type of product defect case. Our experienced, client-focused team can help you explore your legal options.
What Type Of Defect Is It?
The type of defect you experience could determine how your case moves forward. For instance, if you took your car in for work and then the brakes failed, you could have a brake repair negligence case. If you bought a brand-new car that was designed properly but arrived with manufacturing defects, the manufacturer may be responsible. If the car itself was poorly designed, leading to the emergency brake failure, then it may be a clear design flaw. Even if the car was built correctly, this inherent flaw means it was never going to be safe.
Brake issues on a consumer vehicle or a commercial vehicle could include a brake pad defect, a brake line rupture, a rotor defect, a faulty brake drum and much more. Even a brake fluid leak could cause systems to fail, despite the hardware otherwise being in good condition.
Your Legal Options
If you notice brake defects, you must know what legal steps to take. Call our office at 888-539-9211 or use the online contact form to set up a free consultation.