Investigation found a wheel was never re-torqued after new tires and rims were installed, leading to a separation and crash that left the clients injured.
NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Chopin Law Firm secured a $2,325,000 settlement on behalf of clients who suffered severe injuries when a tire and rim separated from their vehicle and caused a crash (Case No. 2023-4036). Attorney Adam Sanderson led the case from investigation through resolution.
The case began with a question many injured people face after a crash: why did this happen? The Chopin Law Firm launched a thorough investigation into the vehicle’s service history and the mechanical failure that caused the wheel to come off. That investigation traced the failure back to a recent installation of a new set of tires and rims.
Through litigation, the firm established that one wheel was not re-torqued after installation. That missed step allowed the wheel to loosen over time until the tire and rim separated from the vehicle, leading to the crash and the clients’ injuries.
“Our clients did everything right. They had new tires put on their vehicle and trusted that the job was done correctly,” said Justin Chopin, owner and managing partner of The Chopin Law Firm. “When a basic safety step gets skipped, the consequences can be catastrophic. We dug into the facts, held the responsible parties accountable, and fought to make sure our clients received a recovery that reflects what they went through.”
Wheel separation cases can be difficult to prove. The physical evidence often requires careful inspection, and responsibility may extend beyond the driver to the businesses that sold, installed, or serviced the tires and wheels. The Chopin Law Firm prepares every case as if it is going to trial, which allows the firm’s attorneys to build a clear picture of what went wrong and who should answer for it.
The Chopin Law Firm represents people injured in car accidents, truck accidents, and other personal injury cases in New Orleans and throughout Louisiana. Injured people and their families can contact the firm at (504) 475-2429 or request a free case evaluation online.
About Chopin Law Firm
Chopin Law Firm is a Louisiana personal injury, car accidents, and workers comp law firm representing clients in cases involving accidents and injuries. The firm is committed to providing accessible legal services and advocating for individuals seeking compensation after harm caused by negligence.
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