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What Is a Motor Vehicle Case?A motor vehicle case is a personal injury lawsuit that is based on the accident of a motor vehicle. Although most cases are governed by standard common-law concepts of negligence, there are a number of specific issues pertaining to this area of practice.According to motor vehicle accident law firm fort smith , owners of vehicles are accountable for accidents that happen while their vehicles are operated with their permission, express or implied. Our legal team handles these cases as an emergency basis.Eyewitness TestimonyEyewitness testimony is a valuable addition to other evidence in relation to motor vehicle cases. This type of testimony can be used to identify the perpetrators or criminals, or provide information on how the incident occurred. However there is a huge body of research indicating that eyewitness testimony can be wildly inaccurate.Witnesses are susceptible, for example, to make mistakes when recollecting an object’s color or shape. Perceptual distortions, such as fading memories, can also cause a person to forget an moment.Witness memory can also be distorted when a witness receives specific questions or facts. Researchers found that in one experiment, telling participants to estimate the speed of a car had an impact on their responses. Other factors that affect the credibility of eyewitness testimony include age, attention skills, stress levels, health conditions, prejudice, prior experiences, cognitive state the degree of certainty or confidence and suggestive questions, biased lineups and personal or racial bias.While many experts insist on the credibility of eyewitness testimony, it is vital to inform law enforcement agencies and jury members about the possibility for mistakes. In some instances eyewitness testimony that was not accurate can lead to wrongful convictions or even murder. In 2018, the Innocence Project proved that the fingerprints found on a coffee cup that a witness had used to identify a suspect during a burglary, were not Royal Clark’s.Vehicle InspectionAs a general rule inspections of vehicles must be conducted every year. Certain types of vehicles might need be examined more frequently like those that are sold via private sales or have an expired inspection sticker. It is also a requirement in certain circumstances, like when residents of New York moves and needs to change their address, it is required that their vehicle is inspected prior to when the new stickers are issued.An inspector will first verify certain details including the model and make of the vehicle and the registration date, odometer reading and so on. The inspector will then examine the vehicle, starting with the obvious areas such as the mirrors and windshields, the lights and the horn. There are several checklists that will ensure that thorough inspections are performed, including checking for things such as suspension components or rust.Drivers must be vigilant and watch out for other motorists, pedestrians and other potential dangers. Failure to do so could be considered negligence. It is also a driver’s obligation to maintain control of their vehicle at all times. A defective vehicle may cause the vehicle to lose control, resulting in serious injuries. It is also possible that the manufacturer may be found to be liable under the law on product liability when the accident was caused by a defect in the vehicle or the components of it.Components or Parts that are defectiveIn order to make a vehicle function correctly, thousands and thousands of tiny mechanical parts and electrical components have to work together. If one of these components fails, the results can be catastrophic. Most of the time, these accidents are the result of manufacturing defects or other problems in the construction or design of a particular component. If a car component that is defective is the cause of an accident, the responsible party is likely to be responsible for paying the crash victims for their injuries.Many people think that all auto accidents happen due to human error. While 94 percent of crashes are caused by driver mistakes but there are other factors like road conditions or defective parts that can lead to an accident.Defective auto parts include brakes and airbags, seatbelts, tires or any other component that may not perform as intended, resulting to an accident. Sometimes, these issues are caused by aftermarket modifications that weren’t made with the same level of care as the initial parts on a vehicle. Sometimes, the problem can be found in the original design of a piece.Manufacturers are required to design vehicles that meet the minimum safety standards. If a vehicle or its parts were not constructed or designed according to these standards, the manufacturer may be held responsible in a product liability lawsuit for any damages that occur in the event of an accident that was caused by the defective component.Insurance CoverageIn most states, drivers are required to carry insurance in the event that their carelessness or misconduct causes harm to other drivers. Liability coverage includes bodily injuries as well as property damage liabilities.Bodily injury liability covers your medical bills and the medical expenses of those injured in a crash caused by your vehicle as long as you meet the limits set by the policy. There is usually an amount for each injured person, and a limit for all property damage. Certain insurers offer optional policies that have higher limits for these types of damages.Property damage coverage will pay to repair or replace your car if it is damaged in any way other than by an accident. This includes fire, theft windstorm, or impact from a deer. It can also cover damage caused by driving over potholes. This type of insurance is required in New York, among other states.In many states there are many states where uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM), is mandatory. However, some states only require it if the driver at fault is not insured or has no insurance. The coverage pays for medical and property damages when the driver at fault has no insurance or is underinsured.