A statute of repose differs from a statute of limitations. Both of them stipulate a “deadline” by which legal action must be taken, but the similarities end there. A statute of repose has an absolute deadline and does not depend on when the problem was discovered.  In automotive defect claims, the statute of repose is... read more

Auto defects, such as brake failures and burst tires, can cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles, leading to accidents. Auto defects occur because comparatively new components are poorly designed, or are faulty and fail, or because drivers do not maintain their cars properly. They can also occur when car designers are guilty of... read more