A defective child safety seat can turn a crash into a far more serious event. When a restraint system does not perform as intended, a child can suffer injuries that require emergency treatment and long-term care. A Brownsville car seat defects lawyer from our team can investigate whether the restraint contributed to your child’s harm and identify the responsible parties.
As a parent, you deserve clear answers when a product intended to protect your child fails, and we will fight for you. At Javier Villarreal Injury Law Firm, our product liability attorneys can review the seat and the crash, preserve evidence, and pursue compensation.
Some claims involve restraints that fail to hold a child securely during a collision. Others involve buckles that malfunction or design flaws that provide inadequate protection during intended use. Poor placement of restraint components can also raise questions about the product’s safety.
When investigating a case in Brownsville, our attorneys examine how well a child’s car seat performed during the crash and determine whether any defects contributed to their injuries. Depending on the evidence, recoverable damages you can pursue include your child’s medical expenses and pain and suffering, as well as any ongoing care they may require.
The state’s products liability law addresses defective-product claims under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code Chapter 82. The accident’s facts and the seat’s condition determine which legal theories apply.
The manufacturer can be responsible when a seat defect causes an injury. Liability can also extend to others involved in placing the product into commerce, depending on their role. State law recognizes product liability actions involving manufacturers and sellers, and its definition of a seller includes businesses that distribute or otherwise make the product available for public purchase.
Our Brownsville attorneys can trace a defective car seat through the distribution chain to help determine which parties to hold legally responsible. We can also examine product records and evidence showing how the defect arose.
It is important to file your claim as soon as possible, as waiting can make it difficult to preserve physical evidence. Additionally, under Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.
A recall can show how investigators identified a safety problem, but it does not replace the need to prove your case. In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that Evenflo recalled roughly 1.37 million convertible car seats and harnessed booster seats. Affected lines included Momentum and Chase, as well as Maestro and Symphony models made between 2011 and 2014.
That past recall involved a harness crotch buckle that could become resistant to unlatching over time after exposure to food, drink, and other everyday contaminants. The concern was that the buckle could make it difficult to remove a child quickly in an emergency, rather than the buckle opening unexpectedly.
When our lawyers in Brownsville investigate a claim involving a faulty car seat, it is essential to preserve the seat itself. You should not discard or alter it, as it can be valuable evidence. Labels and model information can connect the seat to its design, while photographs and receipts document its history.
A serious child injury can create immediate costs and long-term uncertainty. A Brownsville car seat defects lawyer from our team can evaluate the evidence to identify liable parties and explain your available legal options.
At Javier Villarreal Injury Law Firm, we fight to make it right. When you are ready to take action, call The Law Champ for your free consultation and Win by Knockout.
