On Friday, March 5, 2010, at approximately 2:09 p.m., the State Police and firefighters were called to the scene north of I-270, to rescue the truck driver and two armored guards from the burning vehicle that was totally engulfed in flames. I-270 had to be closed and traffic diverted while the firefighters worked to put out the flames. Other precautions were instrumented as there was a high risk that the armored truck could explode. While it appears the driver and armored guards did not sustain serious injuries, they have to know they are extremely lucky to be alive. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
The fire could have been caused by a manufacturer defect in the armored truck. If this were determined to be the case these individuals would have a products liability claim for their injuries as well as pain and suffering. In some States the injured party can also make a claim for punitive damages, which punishes the responsible party and prevents similar acts from occurring. The most important thing to know in this situation is that the evidence must be preserved. The armored truck must be protected from loss or destruction. A products liability claim can be complex and expensive. That is why it is very important to seek the advice of an experienced attorney to help you with your claim and protect your rights.
If you, a family member, or someone you know has been involved in an accident that was the result of a manufacturers defect or you need more information on product liability claims, please visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com.
The fire could have been caused by a manufacturer defect in the armored truck. If this were determined to be the case these individuals would have a products liability claim for their injuries as well as pain and suffering. In some States the injured party can also make a claim for punitive damages, which punishes the responsible party and prevents similar acts from occurring. The most important thing to know in this situation is that the evidence must be preserved. The armored truck must be protected from loss or destruction. A products liability claim can be complex and expensive. That is why it is very important to seek the advice of an experienced attorney to help you with your claim and protect your rights.
If you, a family member, or someone you know has been involved in an accident that was the result of a manufacturers defect or you need more information on product liability claims, please visit us on the web at http://www.portnerandshure.com.
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