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Billions of Dollars in Auto Defect Verdicts and Settlements

The attorneys of Greene Broillet & Wheeler, LLP, are leaders in demanding safety and accountability from the automotive industry. Our auto defects practice is a cornerstone of our firm's commitment to helping clients injured by vehicles and products. Because auto defect cases are such an important focus for our law firm, we have dedicated an entire Web site to the topic.

We are committed to improving public safety and saving lives by standing up to the automakers and manufacturers of auto parts that are defective in design, manufacture or marketing.

Greene Broillet & Wheeler's unique approach to defective car, truck, SUV and van cases helps to maximize compensation for clients catastrophically injured by:

  • Rollovers
  • Roof crushes
  • Seat belts
  • Airbags
  • Door latch failures
  • SUVs
  • 15-passenger vans
  • Fuel systems
  • Sudden acceleration
  • Vehicle fires
  • Defective heater cores

A $4.9 Billion Verdict Against GM

Auto defect attorney Christine Spagnoli was an instrumental member of the trial team who represented a family that was severely burned after their car's fuel tank ignited. Our clients achieved a $4.9 billion dollar verdict against General Motors, which is among the largest product liability judgments in American history. This landmark case exemplifies the dedication and skill available to all our auto defect clients.

Please contact us to discuss your auto defect case. Our lawyers represent clients injury be auto defects in the Los Angeles area and throughout Southern California and the entire state. We also consult with attorneys and clients nationwide.

Learn More: Review Our Automotive Defect Case Results and visit our Auto Defects Web site.

Impact to Change

Much of our firm's work involves taking on large corporations, insurance companies and government agencies. By and large, these entities oppose change and will expend seemingly unlimited resources to preserve the status quo. At GB&W, we relish taking on this level of opposition. Through our many years of practice, our personal injury lawyers and staff have achieved unparalleled success in trial and other forums against these opponents. Taking on these companies serves a dual purpose. First, our efforts help our clients recover the compensation they need to move forward after a life-changing injury. Secondly, our work makes communities safer places to live. In this way, everyone can benefit from our work.

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  • Super Lawyers® American Association for Justice
  • 2011-2012 Best Law Firms / US. News / Best Lawyers
  • Bruce A. Broillet / Best Lawyers / Lawyer of the Year 2010 / Personal Injury Litigation / Los Angeles Area
  • The American Board of Trial Advocates
  • The Inner Circle of Advocates
  • American College of Trial Lawyers
  • Law Dragon

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