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Learn how to judge the need for child safety seat replacement after a car accident

Do Child Safety Seats Always Have to Be Replaced After a Car Accident?Having the right child safety seat in place is essential for protecting your child against injuries in the event of a car accident. But what exactly is the “right” seat? There are many factors to consider, starting with the type of seat that is appropriate for your child based on their height and/or weight. Next, you have to make sure the seat is installed property. Finally, you have to make sure the seat is not defective in any way.

Factory defects are not all you have to worry about here—defects can also be introduced by the stresses and traumas of a car accident. Therefore experts recommend replacing your child safety seats after any “moderate to severe” car accident.

Of course, this raises the question…

…How do I know an accident was serious enough to damage my child safety seat?

You simply have to do a little investigative work. If any of the following situations apply, your car accident was serious enough to potentially compromise your child safety seat and the seat should be replaced:

  • There was obvious damage to the child safety seat such as dented plastic, broken pieces, or failed straps
  • Your vehicle was too damaged to drive away from the scene of the accident
  • The door nearest to the child safety seat sustained damage
  • You or another vehicle occupant were injured in the accident
  • The airbags deployed

This information should help you feel confident that you are acting prudently to protect your child’s well-being when replacing a child safety seat, and never wasting money unnecessarily. After all, when it comes to your child’s health and their future, it is always better to be safe than sorry.

Has Your Child Been Injured in a Car Accident?

Unfortunately, even when child safety seats are used properly there is still the potential for injury in the case of a very severe accident. If your child has been seriously hurt in an accident that was not your fault, you owe it to them to seek full and fair compensation. You can count on Fernando D. Vargas to work diligently to ensure your child receives appropriate damages to cover all necessary medical treatments and help them heal after an accident.

For a free initial consultation, please contact us at 909-982-0707.