My husband was recently killed in a Memphis car accident after a blowout on new tires. I suspect that the tire that blew was defective and want to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit. Who is responsible?

If you are able to prove that a defective tire caused the accident, then you should definitely pursue a legal claim. Hopefully, you have the evidence you need to prove the defect. If you are not sure, as Tennessee wrongful death lawyers, we can help you find the evidence you need.

As far as who is responsible for your husband’s death, it could be one or more parties. Here are some of the most common defendants in wrongful death defective product lawsuits:

The Manufacturer: This is the place the tire was actually made and could be a huge corporation, or a smaller company. Either way, if the tire left the plant with a significant defect, the manufacturer should be included as a defendant.
The Retailer: While the business that sold your husband the tires may not have caused the defect, it could be liable for selling you the product.
The Distributor: Sometimes called wholesalers or middlemen, the distributors are responsible for getting the product from the manufacturer to the retailer and can be held liable.
A Corporation: Corporations can include the manufacturer, the retailer and the distributor and can be named in product liability lawsuits.
A Foreign Company: Finally, the company that manufactured the defective tire could be outside the U.S. When this is the case, it is possible to include the foreign company in your suit because most of these companies are liable in the countries they do business with.

Don’t let any more time pass before exploring your legal options. At Greer Injury Lawyers, we know how important timeliness is in gathering evidence. Please contact us today to get answers to your questions. Our toll free number is 888-470-9143. Or, simply fill out the confidential form on this page and we will contact you.