Seatbelt Injuries

Seatbelts have been available as an option in many vehicles for decades and have been required by law since 1966. They are designed to keep drivers and passengers safe in an accident, restraining them so they are not ejected from the car. Unfortunately, however, when seatbelts are defective they can actually do more harm than good.

Seatbelt Defects

Seatbelts are made of several different parts that all function together to create a proper restraint system. When one part of the system goes wrong, the seatbelt may fail entirely. Some possible defects that can lead to injury include:

• Poorly designed latching system that comes undone in a crash
• Defective retractor that does not keep the seatbelt tight during use
• Inadequate design that does not restrain a passenger in a rollover accident
• Seatbelts with an improperly manufactured retractor that grips too tightly

Any of these problems can be hazardous to the wearer if an accident occurs. Seatbelt malfunctions frequently result in brain, neck, and spine injuries that can lead to lifelong disability or death. If you or someone you love has been injured because of a defective seatbelt, the vehicle manufacturer may be liable and you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages.

Contact Us

If you have been harmed by an auto defect, you may be eligible for compensation from the party responsible. For sound legal advice and assistance regarding defective vehicle parts and injury compensation, contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today at 215-238-1130.