Car Fires From Defects
It is a fundamental principle of safety engineering in the automobile industry that if the occupant survives the crash, they should not die or be injured in a fire. All to the often though, whether as a result of post-collision fuel fed fires, poor insulation of the cabin, defective cabin exit design, or other problems many people survive the impact, but do not survive the avoidable fire that ensues.
Car fires can be caused by a sudden car crash or fuel system defect. Each year, an estimated 500 people lose their lives because of injuries and burns sustained in car fires. Thousands more suffer a debilitating injury or burn. According to statistics, more people die in car fires than apartment fires. Car manufacturers have the responsibility to take the measures necessary to prevent the risk of car fires due to fuel system defects. Unfortunately, it is often difficult to prevent car fires after a serious accident.
Have you or someone you know sustained an injury from a car fire in Raleigh, North Carolina? If so, contact a Raleigh Car Fire Injury Lawyer today! 1-877-829-7211.
Car fires can be caused by a number of reasons including:
- rear-end collisions
- faulty wiring
- fuel leaks
- improperly installed muffler or exhaust system
Faulty fuel lines play a major role in car fires. When the fuel lines are poorly manufactured or inadequately installed, it can allow gasoline fumes to escape after an accident occurs. These fumes can ignite with the slightest spark of colliding metal.
If you are ever caught in a car fire, it is very important to remember the following:
- If the car is moving, move it to the emergency lane.
- Attempt to turn the car off.
- Leave the vehicle, with all of the occupants, immediately.
- Move a safe distance away from the car and warn oncoming traffic.
- Call the fire department.
- Do not try to extinguish the fire yourself.
We understand that the aftermath of a car fire can be devastating. Aside from losing your personal property, you run the risk of suffering catastrophic burns that can affect the rest of your life. Burns from fires are the most painful injury a person can endure. Treatment for this type of injury can include long hours of surgery, recuperation, and rehabilitation. This specialized medical attention will be followed by astronomical medical bills. Don’t let yourself fall into financial instability due to someone else’s negligence.
If you or a loved one sustained an injury from a car fire in Raleigh, North Carolina, contact our Raleigh, North Carolina Car Fire Injury Attorney today! 1-877-829-7211
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