Austin Seat Belt Injury Attorneys
A defective seat belt can cost an unsuspecting motorist severe injuries. These safety devices are often the main line of protection motorists rely on during an accident. In part, this is because the seat belt is one of the only safety devices that directly affects a driver and is in use at all times while on the road. When a seat belt malfunctions, a motorist may not be adequately protected from the intense forces of the accident.
If you have been injured due to a seat belt malfunction, contact the Austin seat belt injury lawyers of the Law Offices of Vic Feazell, P.C., at 512-372-8100 today.
Injuries from Seat Belt Malfunctions
A person in an automobile accident is subjected to significant force. As the vehicle decelerates from its traveling speed to a nearly complete stop, the motorist can be pushed across the vehicle. In the most extreme cases, a person can be thrown out of their vehicle in an accident if their seat belt completely malfunctions.
The injuries associated with seat belt failures can prove severe, including the following:
- Broken bones
- Brain damage
- Spinal injuries
- Dental injuries
- Scarring
- Internal bleeding and tissue damage
These injuries may require immediate medical attention and emergency treatment.
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If you have sustained injuries in an automobile accident that would have been prevented by a functioning seat belt, you may be eligible to pursue litigation. For more information regarding your rights and options as an injured motorist, contact the Austin seat belt injury attorneys of the Law Offices of Vic Feazell, P.C., at 512-372-8100.
