Seattle Gas Tank Explosion Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been seriously burned or injured as the result of an exploding gas tank accident, contact a Washington gas tank explosion attorney at Bernard Law Group today for a free case evaluation. Our lawyers have the ability and skill to represent even the most challenging auto product liability case. Our firm has been successful in obtaining millions of dollars for our clients in a number of settlements and trial verdicts. Case results may vary from case to case. Contact Bernard Law Group right away to find out how we can help you during this difficult time.
Many innocent victims who have been involved in exploding gas tank accidents could have been spared severely painful and possibly permanent injuries if the auto manufacturers had paid just a little more money to fix defective or faulty gas tanks. The following are a few of the serious injuries that victims of exploding gas tanks accidents may sustain:
- First degree burns
- Second degree burns
- Third degree burns
- Disfigurement
- Scarring
- Catastrophic injuries
Side Saddle Gas Tanks
Many trucks, especially those manufactured in the 1970's and 1980's, are equipped with dangerous and deadly side saddle gas tanks which are mounted on the outside of the vehicle's frame, leaving them more exposed than if they were mounted within the frame. These vehicles are very dangerous because in the event of an accident where the truck is hit on the side, the gas tank may explode causing serious injuries, burns, and even death.
Ford Pinto
About 1.5 million Ford Pintos were recalled in 1978 as the result of defective gas tanks. The gas tanks in these vehicles are located in the rear of the vehicle and have a tendency to rupture and catch fire in the event of rear-impact collisions. This dangerous vehicle design defect has resulted in serious injuries and deaths.
Crown Victoria Defect
The Crown Victoria is a vehicle which is commonly used by law enforcement agencies across the U.S., partly due to the vehicles durable frame and economical price. The vehicle has a serious design defect in which the gas tank is located behind the rear axle, rather than in front of the axle. This defect has caused many of the gas tanks to explode following auto accidents, seriously injuring and killing many law enforcement agents and civilians.
If you have been involved in a gas tank explosion accident in Washington, you may have suffered from serious physical injuries including scarring, burns, and disfigurement. The costs associated with these and other gas tank explosion injuries may be extremely expensive and may include medical bills, lost wages, surgeries, visits to specialists, and other accident related costs.
Contact us today for a free evaluation on your case.
IF YOU OR A LOVED ONE HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED DUE TO A DANGEROUS PRODUCT, CALL TODAY FOR A FREE CONSULTATION!
