Driver Seriously Injured in Tire Blowout Accident on Interstate 64 in James City County, Virginia

James City County, Va.— A driver was seriously hurt following a tire blowout. The incident unfolded on Tuesday afternoon on Interstate 64 in James City County.

According to Virginia State Police, the vehicle rolled over multiple times in the median after the tire blew out. First responders arrived and transported the driver to Riverside Regional Hospital for urgent medical treatment.

No further details have been provided.

Thoughts on who is responsible following a tire blowout accident

Tire blowouts are dangerous because they happen without warning. Their suddenness leaves drivers with limited reaction time, heightening the risk of serious injuries or even fatalities. When incidents like this happen, and someone is harmed, finding the cause of the tire failure is essential.

Most motorists are unaware that tire failure can stem from defects in the tire’s design or construction. This means the tires were faulty from the time of production and should not have left the manufacturer. When defects are found to be responsible for a blowout, the manufacturer must be held accountable for their negligence.

We do not have definitive information on what caused this particular tire to fail; however, a thorough investigation by trained professionals who will examine the tire can shed light on the underlying factors and determine the root cause of the blowout.

If it is determined that the tire is defective, the manufacturer should be held accountable for all medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other harm suffered by the injured motorist.

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The Ammons Law Firm represents clients nationwide in catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation, with extensive experience in complex auto/tire defect and commercial vehicle cases.

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