Attorney Daniel D. Walker Secures Significant Settlement In Defective Airbag Deployment Case

Clark, Fountain, Littky-Rubin & Whitman is pleased to announce that Attorney Daniel D. Walker successfully obtained a significant confidential settlement after a defective airbag deployment left a man catastrophically injured.

The client was a front seat passenger in a vehicle traveling on a highway when another vehicle struck the side of the client’s vehicle. Although the forces involved in the impact were relatively low, the side and front airbags deployed with excessive force (sometimes referred to as an aggressive deployment), resulting in catastrophic injuries to the client. The catastrophic nature of the injuries in a low-speed collision suggested a defect in the design or manufacture of the airbags.                                                                                                   

Upon retaining Daniel D. Walker, Clark Fountain initiated a thorough investigation. Walker, renowned for his dedication to uncovering the truth, mobilized a team of experts to examine the airbag system. Their findings confirmed Walker’s suspicions—the airbag deployment was defective, and had it functioned properly, our client’s injuries would have been prevented.

Airbag systems are designed to protect occupants during a crash sequence by providing a “cushioning” effect to decelerate the occupant in a safe and controlled manner, as well as to prevent dangerous impacts with the internal portions of the vehicle. Airbag deployments are controlled by multiple sensors and computers in the vehicle, which tell the airbags if and when they should deploy.  Airbags deploy rapidly during an accident—roughly ten times faster than the blink of an eye; late or early airbag deployments, failures to deploy, aggressive deployments, or hazardous deployments can all result in catastrophic injuries or death. Defective airbags are a hazard to vehicle occupants, and manufacturers must be held accountable for defectively designed or manufactured airbag systems. 

Daniel D. Walker brings a unique perspective to the table, having previously defended companies in similar cases. This firsthand experience equips him with an unparalleled understanding of the tactics employed by corporate entities to mitigate liability. It is this insight that enables him to strategize effectively, ensuring maximum recovery for his clients. In securing this settlement, Daniel D. Walker has not only brought justice to our client but has also highlighted the imperative for accountability in automotive safety. His relentless pursuit of truth and unwavering dedication to his clients reaffirm Clark Fountain’s commitment to upholding justice in every case we undertake.