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Airbags are designed to protect drivers and passengers during an accident, but when they malfunction or deploy improperly, they can cause serious, life-altering injuries. Whether due to a defective design, faulty installation, or unexpected deployment, airbag injuries are more common than many realize. Victims may suffer from facial fractures, burns, internal trauma, or even permanent disability.
If you or a loved one has been injured by an airbag in a car accident in St. Louis, Missouri, you may be entitled to compensation. Eason Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers can help. Contact our St. Louis airbag injury lawyers today for a free case review at (314) 932-1066.
How Eason Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help After An Airbag Injury in St. Louis, MO
Whether you are facing physical injuries, lost wages, or emotional distress after an airbag deployment, our St. Louis car accident lawyers are here to help. Our legal team has helped victims of accidents recover millions in compensation. We use decades of combined experience to fight for clients injured by airbags.
We can handle every aspect of your airbag injury case, including:
- Investigating the circumstances of the airbag deployment
- Collecting medical records, accident reports, and eyewitness testimony
- Identifying design or manufacturing defects or improper installation of airbags
- Working with medical and technical experts to prove the cause and severity of your airbag injuries
- Calculating the value of your economic and non-economic damages
- Filing product liability or negligence claims
- Negotiating for maximum compensation or taking your case to trial if necessary
Let us take on the legal burden so you can focus on healing and moving forward with confidence. Contact us today for a free consultation to learn more about your rights and legal options.
How Common Are Airbag Injuries?
Airbags are intended to reduce the risk of severe injury or death in a crash. However, while they save lives, airbags can also cause significant harm, especially when they malfunction or deploy with excessive force.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, while airbags have saved thousands of lives, they have also been associated with thousands of injuries each year—ranging from minor abrasions to serious trauma.
What Are Common Airbag Accident Injuries in St. Louis?
Airbags deploy at speeds up to 200 mph, which means a properly functioning airbag system can inflict harm under certain conditions. The nature and severity of your injuries will depend on your seating position, age, size, and whether you were wearing a seat belt.
Some of the most common airbag-related injuries include:
- Concussions
- Abrasions
- Facial fractures and dental injuries
- Eye trauma, including vision loss
- Neck and spine injuries
- Burns or lacerations from the airbag fabric or chemicals
- Hearing damage due to deployment noise
- Chest injuries and broken ribs
Pre-existing conditions may also be worsened by airbags that deploy too late, too forcefully, or not at all. Fortunately, you may still be able to recover compensation.
Who Is Responsible for St. Louis Airbag Injuries?
Liability for airbag injuries often depends on what caused the deployment issue.
Multiple parties may be responsible, including:
- Vehicle manufacturers, if your airbag system was improperly designed, tested, or installed
- Airbag manufacturers, if defects in your airbag inflator or module caused it to malfunction
- Automotive repair shops, if negligent repair or replacement work affected your airbag’s performance
- Drivers or other parties, if reckless driving causes a crash leading to airbag injuries
An experienced St. Louis airbag injury lawyer will investigate all aspects of your accident and work with experts to identify the responsible parties.
What If My Car’s Airbag Was Recalled?
Millions of vehicles across the United States have been subject to airbag recalls, most notably the Takata airbag recall, which affected over 67 million airbags. If your car’s airbag was part of a recall and you were injured, you may still have a legal claim.
Manufacturers and automakers may still be liable if they failed to adequately notify consumers, delayed providing repairs, or installed faulty replacements. If you suspect your injuries were related to a recalled airbag, it is important to preserve all evidence and speak with a St. Louis airbag injury lawyer, who can help you investigate your case.
What Compensation May I Recover for My Airbag Injuries in St. Louis?
You may be entitled to significant compensation if you were injured by an airbag in a St. Louis car accident. Our team will evaluate your damages and fight for a full financial recovery.
Compensation may include a mix of economic and non-economic damages for:
- Medical expenses, including current and future emergency care, surgeries, and rehabilitation
- Lost wages and future loss of earning potential
- Vehicle repair or replacement if your airbag contributed to damages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress for anxiety, depression, or PTSD
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Scarring or permanent disfigurement
Our car accident attorneys will fight for your claim to fully reflect your injuries’ visible and invisible effects. We can then fight to hold manufacturers, repair shops, drivers, and other parties responsible for the damages arising out of their negligence.
Contact Our St. Louis Car Accident Law Firm Today for a Free Consultation
You should not have to bear the physical, emotional, and financial burden of an airbag injury alone. If an airbag has injured you or a loved one, our St. Louis airbag injury attorneys can help you pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.
Call Eason Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers today for a free consultation. We are ready to stand up for you.
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