Airbag Injuries in St. Augustine

Can you get compensation for an airbag injury caused by a car accident in Florida? In general, you can file a compensation claim anytime you sustain an injury in a collision under Florida’s car insurance laws.

If the airbag caused severe injuries, you might also have a chance to file a claim against the driver who caused the injury. However, you may only have a legal opportunity to move forward with your claim if a lawyer shows that:

• The other party owed you a duty of care
• They violated their duty of care
• Their actions directly led to your injuries

For example, let’s say another driver ran through a red light and T-boned your vehicle, causing the airbags to go off. In the accident, you sustained severe injuries, including a broken nose from the airbag.

In this situation, you could have a chance to file a lawsuit against the driver who struck you, allowing you to seek damages to cover your losses.

Cases involving airbag injuries caused by a malfunction work differently in Florida. These defects can occur during or outside of an accident. For example, some defects cause an airbag to deploy without an impact.

Other defects cause airbags to deploy in such a way that they cause burns or significant scarring. They may also fail to deploy, resulting in more severe injuries during a crash because they did not provide protection.

Manufacturers sometimes catch these problems early and issue a recall. However, an airbag repaired in a recall can still malfunction. In this situation, a product liability lawyer may investigate to show that:

• Your airbag had a dangerous defect
• The airbag’s defect caused or contributed to your injuries
• The defect results in financial losses or emotional damages

If a lawyer establishes these facts, you may be able to pursue an injury claim. Morgan & Morgan has 35 years of experience working on personal injury claims, and we have helped over 500,000 families nationwide. Contact one of our specialists to learn more about your legal rights.

Morgan & Morgan is the nation’s largest personal injury law firm, and we have a proven track record of success. We have recovered over $20 billion in damages for our clients and can work to help ensure you receive full and fair compensation. Contact Morgan & Morgan today to schedule a free consultation with one of our specialists.