As Phoenix personal injury lawyers, we have seen cases in which there was no working or available seatbelt in a person’s automobile, leading to that person’s driving the car without wearing one. There are rare situations where the failure to wear a seatbelt because there was none available can be excused under the law.
Also, as a matter of practical concern, a jury is much more likely to have some sympathy for a person who simply did not have a working seatbelt – particularly if they were a passenger in someone else’s car – than for a person who simply chose not to wear a seatbelt when one was readily available.
There is much to take into account after being involved in a car accident, especially when issues arise regarding seatbelt functionality and use. Time is of the essence when pursuing a personal injury claim after an auto accident. At Breyer Law Offices, P.C., our skilled Peoria car accident injury lawyers offer free, no-obligation consultations for auto accident injury victims. If you have any questions about your auto accident, please call us today.
