When your vehicle's safety systems fail on Columbia, South Carolina's busy interstates or downtown streets, the consequences can be devastating. Auto defects don't just cause accidents—they shatter lives, leaving families struggling with catastrophic injuries while manufacturers hide behind complex legal teams.
Available 24/7 - Immediate Response for Auto Defect Cases
From faulty brakes failing on I-77's steep grades to airbags that deploy improperly during Broad River Road collisions, defective vehicles put Columbia drivers at risk every day. You trusted your vehicle to protect your family, and when that trust is broken by corporate negligence, you deserve justice.
Time is critical in auto defect cases—evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and manufacturers work quickly to cover their tracks. Matthew McGuire has spent over 30 years fighting manufacturers on behalf of injured Columbia families, securing the compensation they need while holding corporations accountable for dangerous products.
Fighting automotive manufacturers requires attorneys who understand both complex product liability law and the technical engineering details that prove defects caused your injuries.
Three decades proving manufacturer negligence, design defects, and failure to warn claims against major automotive companies and their insurers.
Working with automotive engineers, accident reconstructionists, and forensic experts to document how defects caused crashes on Columbia roadways.
Comprehensive investigation of manufacturer recalls, technical service bulletins, and federal safety complaints that establish pattern evidence.
Obtaining internal manufacturer documents that reveal corporate knowledge of defects and decisions to prioritize profits over consumer safety.
Coordinating claims against manufacturers, component suppliers, and dealerships to maximize recovery for Columbia auto defect victims.
Vehicle defects take many forms, from critical safety system failures to manufacturing flaws that make crashes more dangerous. We pursue claims for all types of automotive defects.
Defective brakes causing rear-end collisions on I-26 during Columbia's heavy traffic periods and complete brake failures on steep interstate grades.
Defective airbag systems including Takata recalls affecting thousands of Columbia area vehicles, causing deployment failures or shrapnel injuries.
Steering failures leading to loss of control accidents on Highway 378 and other major Columbia thoroughfares.
Defective tires causing blowouts and rollovers on I-77 between Columbia and Charlotte, including tread separation and sidewall failures.
Seatbelts that fail to restrain occupants during Forest Drive or Two Notch Road crashes, causing ejections and secondary impacts.
ESC system failures contributing to single-vehicle accidents and rollovers that properly functioning systems would have prevented.
Fuel system defects leading to post-crash fires and burn injuries requiring treatment at Palmetto Health facilities and specialized burn centers.
Manufacturing defects versus design defects require different legal approaches under South Carolina product liability law. We identify the correct theory for your case.
Auto defect cases pit injured families against billion-dollar corporations with unlimited legal resources. Our commitment to leveling that playing field defines every case we handle.
Immediate action to preserve defective vehicle components before manufacturers or insurance companies can examine, alter, or destroy crucial evidence.
We invest in expert witnesses, engineering analysis, and comprehensive investigation because defeating manufacturer defenses requires substantial resources.
You'll understand every aspect of your case, from technical defect analysis to legal strategy, so you can make informed decisions about your recovery.
We advance all case expenses and only collect fees if we recover compensation for you. Manufacturer resources shouldn't determine access to justice.
Regular updates on investigation progress, discovery developments, and case strategy keep you informed throughout the legal process.
Proving manufacturer liability requires comprehensive investigation and expert analysis that connects the defect to your injuries.
Qualified automotive engineers in the Columbia area conduct independent inspections to document defects before evidence is lost or altered.
Researching manufacturer recalls, technical service bulletins, and NHTSA complaints that show pattern evidence for your vehicle model.
Experts familiar with Columbia roadway conditions reconstruct the crash sequence to prove the defect caused the accident.
Obtaining internal documents through discovery that reveal manufacturer knowledge of defects before they were publicly disclosed.
Working with medical experts at Columbia area hospitals to link your specific injuries to the vehicle defect.
Interviewing other Columbia drivers who experienced similar defects with the same vehicle model to establish pattern.
Manufacturers spend millions defending defect claims. You need an attorney who has successfully challenged their experts and strategies throughout a 30-year career.
Over 30 years of product liability experience holding manufacturers accountable for defective vehicles that injured Columbia families.
Established relationships with automotive engineers, metallurgists, and accident reconstructionists who provide compelling testimony.
Many auto defect cases land in federal court. We have extensive experience with federal procedures and manufacturer defense strategies.
Familiarity with Columbia roadways, local hospitals, and Richland County courts that affects case strategy and witness selection.
We advance all costs for experts, investigation, and litigation because auto defect cases require substantial resources to succeed.
Auto defect injuries often require long-term medical care and cause permanent life changes. We pursue full compensation for all your damages.
South Carolina's three-year statute of limitations for product liability claims begins at injury discovery. Evidence preservation demands must be sent immediately.
Understanding how manufacturers defend auto defect claims helps you appreciate why experienced legal representation is essential.
Manufacturers immediately dispatch teams to Columbia crash scenes to control evidence and witness statements before you have legal representation.
Insurance adjusters attempt to blame driver error rather than acknowledging known vehicle defects that caused the crash.
Corporate legal teams work to move cases out of Richland County courts to less favorable jurisdictions for plaintiffs.
Settlements offered quickly before the full extent of injuries becomes apparent while medical bills mount at local hospitals.
Technical experts hired to dispute obvious defects with complex engineering explanations designed to confuse juries.
Auto defect cases involve complex legal and technical issues. Here are answers to questions Columbia families commonly ask about their rights.
If your vehicle behaved unexpectedly before the crash—brakes failed, steering locked, airbags didn't deploy—a defect may be responsible. We arrange expert inspections to document these failures.
Recalls prove the manufacturer knew about the defect. However, recall notices don't stop the statute of limitations, and you may still have a claim even if the recall repair was completed.
South Carolina's three-year statute of limitations begins at injury discovery. However, evidence preservation demands must be sent within weeks of the crash to protect crucial evidence.
Component suppliers, successor companies, and insurance policies may still provide recovery even when the original manufacturer no longer exists.
South Carolina's comparative negligence rule allows recovery even if you were partially at fault, though your damages are reduced by your percentage of fault.
Keep the vehicle secured and unrepaired, photograph everything, save all documents, and preserve the black box data. Contact us immediately to send preservation demands.
We work on contingency—no upfront costs and no fees unless we recover compensation for you. We advance all expert and investigation expenses.
Auto defect cases typically take 18-36 months due to complex discovery and expert analysis. We push for efficient resolution while building the strongest possible case.
With over 30 years of experience defending South Carolina, McGuire Law provides elite legal representation with national recognition. McGuire Law has grown from a small practice into one of the most trusted law firms in South Carolina. We understand that legal issues can be overwhelming, whether you're facing criminal charges, dealing with injuries from an accident, or navigating family law matters.
McGuire Law is committed to each client's unique situation, and we don't believe in boilerplate solutions. Every case requires careful analysis, strategic planning, and aggressive representation. Our firm combines over 30 years of experience with cutting-edge legal strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
McGuire Law serves all 46 South Carolina counties. We know these counties, their courts, their legal communities, and most importantly, the people who live here. This local knowledge, combined with our legal expertise, gives our clients a significant advantage.
Matt McGuire received his B.A. from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill and his J.D. from the University of South Carolina.
Matt has served as a law clerk for a State Circuit Judge, an Assistant Attorney General for the State of South Carolina, and an Assistant Solicitor in the Fifth Circuit Solicitor's Office.
Matt is a proud husband, father of two, and a long-time resident of Richland County, South Carolina.
Don't let evidence disappear while manufacturers cover their tracks. Call McGuire Law now and experience the difference that thorough investigation, expert resources, and three decades of product liability experience can make in your auto defect case.
Available 24/7/365 - Immediate Response for Auto Defect Cases
Don't let manufacturers escape responsibility while you struggle with injuries from their defective vehicles. Call (888) 499-5738 now for immediate consultation—we're available 24/7/365 because auto defect evidence can't wait.
