Vehicle Design Defect & Enhanced Injury Claims | NJ, PA, DE & NY
Not all injuries in a car accident are caused by the collision itself. In many cases, injuries are made worse—or entirely caused—by the way a vehicle is designed. This concept is known as “crashworthiness,” or the vehicle’s ability to protect occupants during a crash. When a vehicle fails to perform as it should in a collision, the manufacturer may be held liable for enhanced injuries.
At Flynn Law, we represent victims in crashworthiness cases across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New York.
⚠️ What Is Crashworthiness?
The legal theory that manufacturers must design vehicles to minimize injury in foreseeable accidents.
💣 Common Crashworthiness Defects
- Roof crush in rollovers
- Fuel system failures
- Seatback failures
- Door latch failures
- Airbag malfunctions
🧠 Enhanced Injury Doctrine
Victims may recover for injuries that were made worse by the defect.
⚖️ Liability
- Vehicle manufacturers
- Component manufacturers
🔍 Evidence
- Crash testing data
- Vehicle design analysis
- Expert testimony
💰 Compensation
- Severe injury damages
- Long-term care
- Disability
❓ FAQ
What is an enhanced injury?
An injury worsened by a defective vehicle design.