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Injured by Car Defects

At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we have been working relentlessly to protect the rights of those who were injured or wrongfully killed in auto accidents since 1993.  We know that every accident case is unique and involves a different set of causes as well as contributing factors. Throughout our 17+ years of experience, we have learned that some car accidents can actually be caused by defective automobiles.

Vehicular defects account for countless injuries and deaths in the state of Texas. Sometimes, car manufacturers learn of auto defects after cars are sold to consumers and are forced to issue a recall. In cases where manufacturers are unaware of major defects in their products, action to protect consumers is only taken after they have been injured by defective car parts such as airbags, seatbelts or tires.

Were you injured by car defects in Houston?  Contact Joel A. Gordon & Associates to set up an initial consultation with a Houston auto accident lawyer. We will take the time to review your case and provide you with the information you need to move forward with a personal injury claim against car designers, car manufacturers or car retailers.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

According to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, there are minimum requirements for the safe operation of vehicles established to protect drivers and passengers from catastrophic injuries or wrongful deaths in the event of a collision. All equipment that is manufactured, imported or for sale in the country must be in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and these federally mandated standards apply to all motor vehicles.

Any time designers, manufacturers or retailers violate the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and people suffer serious injuries or die during auto accidents, they may be held liable by law and be subjected to civil actions.  This is due to the fact that federal law requires that all vehicles be safe and free of defects that may jeopardize the well-being of consumers.  If there are vehicle defects, car manufacturers are required by law to let consumers know about the defects by issuing recalls and may have to repair defective parts free of charge.

Injured by Car Defects?

Whether it was a defective tire which caused a rollover accident, or a defective airbag, pedal, seatbelt or brakes, now is the time to have a conversation with a Houston injury attorney that has experience working on car defect cases.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we have had the privilege of working with clients who have been injured by car defects. We have seen how defective car parts can destroy innocent people's lives and adversely impact their quality of living.

If you are injured by a car defect, we would like to provide you with a free consultation for your case.  With our help, you may be able to recover monetary compensation for your injuries, medical bills, property damage, vehicle repair expenses and pain and suffering. 

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If you and/or a family member have suffered serious or fatal injuries due to an accident, you and/or the family member may be eligible to file a claim. However, persons seeking to preserve any potential legal claims should contact an attorney promptly because Texas has mandatory time periods ("Statute of Limitations") in which a lawsuit must be filed.