Oklahoma Blog: Defective Products and Recalls

Toyota has had its brand hammered like no other in recent times, and that's because it has recalled more than 8 million vehicles due to different types of defects.  When a recall this massive takes place, legal claims for injuries and/or damages always follow, and that's exactly what has occurred with Toyota.  As a result of all of these claims piling up against it, Toyota has asked a panel of judges to consolidate the cases against it and to move it to one location.  While the decision regarding this request is pending, many people have suffered from driving a defective Toyota and not yet taken steps to enforce their legal rights.  Those that have yet to do so need to contact a Toyota recall lawyer as soon as possible.

Claims for Defective Toyota Vehicles Piling Up

When a situation like this one unfolds, claims seemingly continue to be filed for an immeasurable amount of time.  Since the story regarding defective Toyota recalls erupted a few months ago, there has been a steady stream of claims that have been filed.  As of this writing, there are 138 potential class actions that could develop and another 97 individual claims that have been filed all over the United States.  Toyota lawyers have asked for the cases to be consolidated into one action and tried in Los Angeles.

It's common for defense attorneys to ask for this sort of consolidation when issues like these arise, because it only makes their job easier.  Instead of defending hundreds of claims, the defendant needs only to prepare for one.  Generally, decisions like these are made on the basis of fairness, and there is no telling which way the panel of judges will go with this decision.  All that is known is that claims arising for defective Toyota vehicles include those involving defective accelerator pedals, braking systems and electronic controls that have led to multiple injuries and fatalities.

If you or someone you love has been harmed as a result of driving a defective Toyota, contact a Toyota recall lawyer at Atkins & Markoff immediately to schedule a free initial consultation.

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