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A Defective Seatbelt Took Away Their Future. Justice Made Sure It Was the Last Time.

A Defective Seatbelt Took Away Their Future. Justice Made Sure It Was the Last Time.

Catastrophic Paralysis After a Car Accident Exposed a Dangerous Seatbelt Defect

Settlement:

$1,750,000.00

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Settlement:

$1,750,000.00

Details

Our client was involved in a serious motor vehicle accident that resulted in a life-altering, catastrophic injury, leaving them permanently paralyzed.

While the accident itself was traumatic, our investigation uncovered an even more alarming truth: the seatbelt in the rear seat was inaccessible and failed to function as designed, directly contributing to the severity of the injury.

Seatbelts are engineered and marketed as lifesaving devices, and when manufacturers or vehicle owners allow a defective restraint system to remain in use, the consequences can be permanent and devastating.

Our legal team conducted a thorough investigation into both the accident and the seatbelt defect, building a powerful case that demonstrated clear liability.

Edgett Hawk secured a $1,750,000.00 settlement, providing the financial resources needed for lifelong care, rehabilitation, and quality of life.

No one should be permanently paralyzed because of a seatbelt that was never designed to protect them.

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