Mechanical Failure Accident Claims

To keep drivers and pedestrians safe, a car’s internal systems must work together flawlessly. When they don’t, a driver can lose control, and a serious accident can occur.

There are many types of mechanical failures that can lead to serious injuries and losses, and they all need to be thoroughly investigated to determine fault. However, mechanical failure accident claims can get complicated. For this reason, it’s essential to talk with one of the best accident lawyers in Phoenix as soon as you can after an accident.

Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Mechanical Failure?

Mechanical failures happen for a variety of reasons. There could be a defective part or a design flaw in the manufacturing. The owner of the car could have skipped required maintenance, or a mechanic installed a replacement part incorrectly.

Because there are many possible causes of mechanical failure, fault for an accident could lie with the manufacturer, parts supplier or distributor, mechanic, repair shop, or car owner.

How Fault Is Determined in Mechanical Failure Accidents

Does Insurance Cover Accidents Due to Mechanical Failure?

Someone who is injured in an accident caused by a mechanical failure can file a claim with their insurance company and/or with the insurance company of the party who caused the accident.

However, if your car stops working because of a mechanical failure, this is not covered by insurance. Depending on your policy, you may have access to roadside assistance and towing, but these are usually extra options that are added to insurance policies.

How Blame for a Mechanical Failure Is Determined

To determine fault in a motor vehicle accident, an attorney will review police reports, maintenance records, and opinions from experts hired to examine the circumstances of an accident. Based on the evidence, insurance companies and the victims’ attorneys may decide that there is one or multiple parties responsible for the accident.

In Arizona, when multiple parties are involved in an accident, each could be assigned a percentage of the responsibility. This means that if a mechanic is found to be 30% responsible, the vehicle owner is 20% responsible, and the tire manufacturer is 50% responsible, they would split the settlement according to these percentages. If the total amount of damages is $100,000, the insurance company for the mechanic would pay $30,000, the vehicle owner $20,000, and the tire manufacturer $50,000.

Turn to a Car Accident Legal Expert

If you were injured in a motor vehicle accident and suspect that a mechanical failure was responsible, you want to find a lawyer who is well-versed in Arizona car accident laws. There are many intricacies in this area of the law, and you need a legal professional like Gage Mathers who will aggressively pursue compensation for the damages you experienced (e.g., medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc.).

The personal injury attorneys at Gage Mathers battle with insurance companies to ensure our clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve, and our Phoenix-based law firm has a proven track record for delivering results. We will handle negotiations with insurance companies and, if necessary, take cases to court to recover what you need to get your life back on track!

About the Author

Joseph D'Aguanno

Guided by the belief that being a highly skilled specialist in a narrow field is better than being ordinary in everything, Joseph “JD” D’Aguanno leads Arizona’s best personal injury law firm in Phoenix, AZ. Having extensive cross-training in pre-litigation negotiations and trial lawyer skills, with decades of experience, JD strives to provide clients with the most valuable legal services a personal injury lawyer can provide. Under his direction, Gage Mathers Law Group is an award-winning personal injury law firm providing aggressive representation to victims of a car accident, medical malpractice, dog bite, motorcycle accident, and other injurious events. Gage Mathers is trusted by thousands of lawyers and clients throughout the country because of their reputation for getting clients the maximum compensation they deserve.

Years of experience: Over 24 years
Bar number: 020421
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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