Irvine Car Accident Attorney

Brake Defects

We've all been in a situation that would have resulted in a car accident if it were not for the efficient work of our car's brakes. The brake system of a car is arguably the most important safety aspect of the entire vehicle. Though we often take our brakes for granted, we certainly value their importance when they help us narrowly avoid an accident. Similarly, when the brakes fail, we remember just how dangerous a car can be when it lacks the ability to stop properly. If you or a loved one has been injured after your brakes failed, please call an Orange County personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

Most drivers know they are required to keep their brakes well maintained, but if your brakes fail for no apparent reason, you may not be responsible for the accident the failure caused. If, for example, you recently had your brake pads changed and the shop managed to cause a fatal failure in your brake system, they would be responsible. If the car you drive has a known issue with its brakes, but the company has refused to issue a recall to fix the problem, the car company may be responsible for your accident. If the brake failure was caused by any other related party, your Orange County accident attorney can help you identify the liable parties and take them to court.

Common brake failures include ABS failures, brake-line defects, fluid leaks, broken hydraulic systems and more. Of course, if your brakes were faulty, it does not automatically mean that you were not liable for the accident. The company that caused the defect can only be held responsible if that defect actually caused your accident or made it worse. If, for example, you were speeding through a red light and never had your foot on the brake, you would be entirely liable for your accident. On the other hand, if you could not stop at a red light because your brakes failed, the company responsible for the failure would be at fault. If you have any questions, your Orange County personal injury attorney can help answer them.

If you were victimized by a defective braking system, please call The Law Offices of Christopher E. Purcell and ask to speak with a top Orange County accident lawyer.