A prospective client tells you that after recently having her car repaired, while driving normally, she suddenly lost control. When investigating a crash that seemingly involves the loss of vehicle control prior to the impact, it is important to rule out any mechanical deficiencies that may have contributed to the incident, including improper maintenance and repairs. Below is a discussion of how to handle such a case.

First, the injuries must be serious enough to warrant the expense of an engineering inspection. It simply isn’t worth the time or money to go through all of the necessary engineering and legal work for a minor injury.

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