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Coral Springs Seat Belt Defects Attorney

Seat belts have been one of the most important safety innovations in the history of automobiles. In fact, many states now require both drivers and passengers to wear seat belts. While these safety belts have saved many lives, they can also cause serious injuries and even death if they are defective.

Flawed seat belts may release unexpectedly, or they can lock and prevent motorists from escaping a burning vehicle. Both of these defects can be fatal. If you or someone you love has been hurt due to a safety belt malfunction, you can fight back against this terrible act of negligence. To discuss the facts of your case, contact an experienced Coral Spring seat belt defect lawyer from the Law Offices of Eric G. Canter, P.A., today at 866-529-0022.

Types of Seat Belt Flaws

Safety belts can suffer from flaws in design and manufacturing. There are many different types of seat belt defects, including:

Broken latches
Weak webbing
Improper release button placement
Inability to lock
Flawed release buttons
Lack of a shoulder strap

These defects can cause problems such as unintentional release or even seat belt entrapment. Unintentional release prevents a seat belt from doing its job to protect you, while safety belt entrapment can leave you stuck in your car. This is especially dangerous if you must escape the car immediately, as in the case of a vehicle fire.

Seat Belt Syndrome

In some cases, a seat belt can cause a range of injuries commonly nicknamed “seat belt syndrome.” This occurs when the seat belt locks too tightly, or when there is no shoulder strap. Car passengers, especially children, can suffer from problems such as internal organ damage and spinal cord damage due to a defective seatbelt.

Contact Us

At the Law Offices of Eric G. Canter, P.A., we know how serious the repercussions of a car accident can be. Your seat belt is supposed to help you in these accidents, not hurt you. However, defects can lead to devastating injuries. If you have suffered due to a seat belt defect, please contact a knowledgeable Coral Springs defective seat belt attorney from our offices at 866-529-0022 today.