Accidents Caused by Vehicle Defects

When you get behind the wheel, you trust that your car is safe to drive. Unfortunately, that trust can be misplaced. Every year, thousands of accidents are linked to defective vehicles or faulty parts. From failing brakes to airbags that do not deploy, these defects put drivers, passengers, and pedestrians at risk. If you were injured in a crash caused by a dangerous vehicle defect, the law may allow you to hold automakers, distributors, or repair shops responsible.

At Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, we have represented Floridians in injury cases since 1976. Our experienced attorneys know how to investigate defect-related accidents and pursue claims against powerful manufacturers. If your accident was tied to a faulty vehicle, we can help you seek the full compensation you deserve.

Cars and trucks are complex machines, and even small defects can have life-threatening consequences. Examples of dangerous defects include:

• Brake failures leading to rear-end or intersection collisions
• Tire blowouts causing rollovers on highways
• Steering malfunctions that make vehicles impossible to control
• Airbags that fail to deploy—or deploy too forcefully
• Electrical system failures leading to sudden fires
• Accelerator or transmission defects causing unintended acceleration

Any of these defects can cause or worsen the severity of an accident. Our firm works with engineers and accident reconstruction specialists to pinpoint the defect that contributed to your crash.

Despite rigorous safety standards, defective vehicles still make it onto the road. This happens for several reasons:

• Automakers cutting costs during design or manufacturing
• Insufficient safety testing before vehicles are released
• Failure to act on consumer complaints or known risks
• Delayed recalls, leaving dangerous cars in circulation
• Faulty repairs or replacement parts provided by dealerships or shops

These failures often involve corporate negligence. Companies sometimes place profits above safety, leaving drivers exposed to preventable hazards.

Unlike ordinary car accidents, defect-related crashes are often pursued through product liability claims. In Florida, manufacturers, distributors, and sellers can be held liable if a vehicle or part was:

• Defectively designed
• Defectively manufactured
• Sold without adequate warnings or instructions

This means you may not have to prove negligence in the same way as in a typical accident claim. Instead, the focus is on whether the vehicle was unreasonably dangerous and whether that defect caused your injuries. Our attorneys have the knowledge and resources to take on complex product liability cases against large corporations.

Vehicle defect cases often require extensive investigation. At Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada, we build strong claims by:

• Preserving the damaged vehicle for expert inspection
• Reviewing maintenance and recall records
• Working with engineers to test components
• Gathering crash data from event recorders
• Demonstrating how the defect caused or contributed to the collision

By combining technical evidence with medical documentation, we show the full impact of the defect on your life.

When a car or part fails, the results can be catastrophic. Victims of defect-related accidents often suffer:

• Severe head or brain injuries
• Spinal cord damage or paralysis
• Broken bones and fractures
• Burns from vehicle fires
• Wrongful death in high-speed or rollover crashes

Because these injuries are often serious, compensation may cover not just medical bills but also long-term care, lost earning capacity, and significant non-economic damages such as pain and suffering.

Defect cases are often more complex than ordinary car accidents. Instead of a single negligent driver, the defendants may include national or international corporations with vast legal resources. Automakers fight hard to avoid liability because a single case can set the stage for thousands of similar claims.

That is why working with a law firm experienced in handling defect cases is critical. Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada knows how to confront manufacturers, demand internal documents, and present technical evidence that proves responsibility.

If you were hurt in an accident caused by a vehicle defect, you may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical treatment and rehabilitation
• Future care needs, including surgeries or therapy
• Lost income and diminished earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Wrongful death damages in fatal cases

Every case is different, but our committed attorneys make sure to pursue every category of damages available under Florida law on your behalf.

If you were injured in a crash caused by a defective car, truck, or part, you deserve answers and accountability. Friedman Rodman Frank & Estrada can investigate the cause of your accident, identify liable parties, and fight for the maximum compensation you need to rebuild your life.

We offer free consultations, and we only get paid if and when we win your case. Call 877-448-8585 today to speak with one of our Miami vehicle defect lawyers and learn how our team can help you move forward.