If you were injured because a vehicle experienced brake failure, you may be entitled to compensation from the responsible party. An experienced Salt Lake City brake failure accident lawyer can investigate the cause of the crash, identify everyone who may be liable, and fight for the financial recovery you deserve.
At Lance Bingham, we represent accident victims throughout Salt Lake City who have been injured in crashes involving brake failures and other mechanical defects. Our legal team works with qualified experts, handles insurance companies on your behalf, and pursues the maximum compensation available under Utah law.
Call 801-869-6800 today for a free consultation with an experienced Salt Lake City brake failure accident lawyer.
Brake failure accidents often require more than a standard accident investigation. In addition to determining how the collision occurred, it is important to identify why the brakes failed and whether another party's negligence contributed to the crash.
At Lance Bingham, we thoroughly investigate every case by preserving critical evidence, reviewing maintenance records, consulting with mechanical experts when necessary, and identifying all potentially responsible parties.
We also handle communications with insurance companies, calculate the full value of your damages, negotiate for a fair settlement, and prepare your case for trial if a reasonable resolution cannot be reached.
Brake systems are designed to stop a vehicle safely, but mechanical problems, poor maintenance, or defective components can cause them to fail. Determining the exact cause is often one of the most important parts of a brake failure accident claim.
Common causes include:
An experienced attorney can work with qualified experts to determine exactly what caused the brake failure and whether it could have been prevented.
Brake failure accidents can occur anywhere in Salt Lake City, but the risk can be especially serious on busy roads, freeway ramps, and higher-speed routes such as I-15, I-80, and I-215. Congested streets and downhill driving can also make it harder for a driver to avoid a crash when the braking system fails.
The driver is not always the only person responsible for a brake failure accident. Depending on the circumstances, several individuals or businesses may share liability for the collision.
Potentially liable parties include:
Identifying every responsible party is an important step toward recovering the full compensation available under Utah law.
Proving that brake failure caused a collision often requires technical evidence in addition to the standard evidence collected after a crash. A prompt investigation helps preserve information that could otherwise be lost if the vehicle is repaired or destroyed.
Evidence may include:
The sooner this evidence is collected, the easier it may be to determine what caused the brake failure.
If someone else's negligence contributed to the brake failure accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation for both your financial losses and the personal impact the accident has had on your life.
Depending on your case, compensation may include:
An experienced Salt Lake City brake failure accident lawyer can evaluate your damages and pursue the compensation you deserve.
A driver may argue that the brake failure happened suddenly and could not have been prevented. While some mechanical failures occur without warning, many brake problems develop over time and could have been identified through routine inspections or proper maintenance.
An investigation may reveal that the driver ignored warning signs, delayed necessary repairs, or continued operating a vehicle with known brake problems. In other cases, the failure may have resulted from a defective part or negligent repair work. Determining the true cause is essential to establishing liability and protecting your right to compensation.
Utah's Product Liability Act may apply when defective brakes or brake components contribute to a crash. Under Utah Code § 78B-6-703, a product is not legally considered defective unless the defect existed at the time the manufacturer or initial seller sold it.
In a brake failure case, that distinction is why a prompt inspection matters, since it separates a component that failed because of a manufacturing or design defect from one that wore out or was serviced improperly after the sale.
Brake failure accidents often occur at high speeds because the driver is unable to slow or stop the vehicle before impact. As a result, victims frequently suffer severe injuries that require extensive medical treatment.
Common injuries include:
Even if you do not experience immediate symptoms, seeking prompt medical care is important for both your health and your injury claim.
Yes. Some brake failure accidents are caused by defective brake components rather than poor maintenance or driver negligence. If a defective part contributed to the collision, you may have a product liability claim in addition to a personal injury claim.
Depending on the circumstances, a manufacturer or other company involved in designing, producing, or distributing the defective component may be held responsible. These cases often require technical investigations and expert analysis to determine how the defect contributed to the accident.
Brake failure cases often involve evidence that can disappear quickly. Once a damaged vehicle is repaired, salvaged, or destroyed, important evidence may no longer be available. Maintenance records can also become more difficult to obtain as time passes.
Beginning an investigation as soon as possible allows your attorney to preserve the vehicle, inspect the braking system, obtain repair records, and secure other evidence before it is lost. Acting quickly can strengthen your claim and improve your ability to prove what caused the accident.
The deadline for filing a brake failure accident claim depends on the type of claim involved. Many Utah personal injury claims generally have a four-year filing period under Utah Code § 78B-2-307.
However, a claim involving defective brakes or another defective vehicle component may fall under the Utah Product Liability Act. Under Utah Code § 78B-6-706, a product liability action generally must be filed within two years after the claimant discovered, or should have discovered, both the harm and its cause.
Because different deadlines may apply to the same accident, it is important to determine the legal basis of your claim as early as possible.
At Lance Bingham, we understand that brake failure accidents often involve complicated legal and technical issues. Our team has the resources to conduct thorough investigations, work with qualified experts, and build strong claims against negligent drivers, repair shops, manufacturers, or any other responsible parties.
We are committed to providing personalized representation, keeping you informed throughout your case, and fighting for the maximum compensation available. Because we work on a contingency fee basis, you pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.
If you were injured in a crash caused by brake failure, you do not have to handle the legal process alone. An experienced Salt Lake City brake failure accident lawyer can investigate the cause of the collision, identify every liable party, and pursue the compensation you deserve.
At Lance Bingham, we proudly represent accident victims throughout Salt Lake City and across Utah. Call 801-869-6800 today to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Salt Lake City brake failure accident lawyer.
Dustin specializes in serious accident and injury cases in Utah and Idaho, practicing in State and Federal Courts. He's recognized as "Utah's Legal Elite," a "Mountain States Rising Star," and a member of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100. He holds an Avvo Superb Rating and is actively involved in legal associations, serving as a judge pro tempore for the Utah Supreme Court. A Utah native, Dustin earned his degrees from the University of Utah. He lives in Farmington with his wife and three children, enjoying family time, flying, and various outdoor activities.
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