Consumers in the United States bought more than 15.5 million new cars in 2023. While these buyers expect their vehicles to be safe and fully functional, the reality is that defective cars and vehicle parts are common. A Connecticut car defect injury lawyer can help you seek compensation for damages. Contact our experienced product liability attorneys at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, if you have been injured because of a car defect.
With so many parts and components and the extensive number of people and companies involved, manufacturing and design defects are common in motor vehicles. In the first two days of 2025, over 340,000 vehicles were recalled due to defects. In November and December of 2024, over 2.7 million vehicles were recalled for issues including:
If you were injured by a defective car in Connecticut, contact D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, to discuss your options for pursuing compensation for your injuries. Our attorneys have been helping injured clients throughout the state for over 100 combined years, and we make our dedication to your recovery and overall well-being evident from the first meeting. Schedule a free consultation today.
Defective cars and vehicle parts can cause numerous types of accidents, depending on the type of defect. Issues like unintended acceleration, faulty electrical systems, and defective fuel systems can create incredibly dangerous scenarios for everyone on the road. Common accidents and situations created by car defects can impact every part of a vehicle, leading to fires, failed brakes, loss of steering function, and many other hazards.
Crucial testing may have been skipped, cars may be manufactured with faulty parts, or the design itself may be defective. Whatever the cause of your car defect accident in Connecticut, you deserve an experienced advocate who can help you hold the at-fault party responsible.
Car manufacturers, vehicle designers, parts manufacturers, and other people or entities involved in the design, production, marketing, assembly, or sale of a vehicle could be liable for defects.
Manufacturers, designers, and sellers are not automatically responsible for all harm that occurs from using their products. For example, Connecticut law states that product sellers are not liable for harm caused by products that have been modified by a third party unless one or more of the following are true:
This means that after-market modifications to vehicles could prohibit financial recovery. It’s a good idea to discuss your case with an experienced product liability lawyer because the regulations are complex. In some cases, you may still be able to pursue damages even if you contributed partially to your injury.
D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC, has an extensive track record of success, and our attorneys are here to guide you through this complex legal process and maximize your chances of securing fair compensation. Contact us today to schedule your free in-person or virtual consultation with a Connecticut car defect injury lawyer.
