Toyota Recall Lawyer: Black Boxes Sought
Much like airplanes, many cars and trucks have black boxes that record data. They are formally referred to as event data recorders (EDR). The information they record includes vehicle and engine speeds; and brake, accelerator and throttle positions. This data can be helpful in determining what happened just prior to a wreck and what caused it.
Retrieval and access to EDRs and the information they contain is becoming an issue with regard to the Toyota recalls. Typically, auto manufacturers claim the EDRs and the information contained in them is proprietary and only they have the ability to access, download and view the information. Furthermore, they will not make it available to anyone else unless forced to do so by law or court order.
Preservation of evidence, including EDRs, after a crash or wreck is vital to an investigation to determine the cause. All efforts that can be made to preserve evidence should be made. A lawyer experienced in handling car and truck wrecks and crashes will know what to do in this regard.
Dangerous and defective products are responsible for many injuries and death nationwide. The issues involved in the Toyota recall will also result in lost value for owners of Toyota vehicles, sometimes call diminution in value. Class action lawsuits have been filed, and I am reviewing and accepting these cases.
Our profession calls this area of law products liability. Consulting a lawyer experienced in handling these matters is usually easy. Most attorneys will provide a complimentary initial consultation to evaluate a claim or case and let the person know if they can help.
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