Understanding Airbag Injuries in North Carolina 🚗 Why Airbags Can Cause Injuries Airbags are designed to protect drivers and passengers during a car crash, but they can also cause injuries due to: - High-speed deployment – Airbags deploy at speeds of up to 200 mph. - Defective airbags – Faulty airbags may fail to deploy or deploy with excessive force. - Improper positioning – Sitting too close to the steering wheel increases the risk of injury. 🏥 Common Airbag Injuries - Facial fractures and burns - Eye injuries and vision loss - Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) - Broken ribs and chest trauma - Wrist and hand fractures - Internal injuries Legal Grounds for Compensation in North Carolina ⚖️ Liability for Airbag Injuries To claim compensation for an airbag injury, you must determine who is liable. Possible defendants include: 1. The other driver – If another driver caused the accident, their insurance may be responsible. 2. Vehicle manufacturer – If the airbag was defectiv...
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