
Victoria Defective Vehicle Attorneys
Holding Negligent Manufacturers Accountable Nationwide
While vehicles today are safer than they once were, vehicle defects continue
to endanger lives. Since the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
began setting vehicle safety standards in 1966, hundreds of millions of
motor vehicles have been recalled to repair defects. That doesn’t
include the millions of defective tires and other pieces of vehicle equipment,
such as child seats, that have also been recalled.
If you have been seriously injured or a loved one has died because of a defective vehicle or vehicle part, contact the Victoria dangerous vehicle lawyers of Cole, Cole, Easley & Sciba, P.C. today for a free initial consultation and case evaluation. We have decades of experience working for clients injured by a variety of vehicle defects. Whether you were injured because an airbag failed to deploy, bad brakes, a faulty fuel system, or any other defect, our attorneys can help.
Manufacturers’ defects can include:
- Crashworthiness
- Airbag malfunctions
- Defective seatbelts
- Poorly made tires
- Faulty fuel systems
- Defective brakes
- Defective child safety seats
- Vehicle fires
- Rollover
A History of Negligence
Vehicle manufacturers have a long history of ignoring obvious safety issues in order to save money in production. Early cases include the Ford Pinto, which went into production despite a defect in the fuel system that caused the gas tank to leak — and explode — in rear-end collisions. The company was aware of the design flaw and still released the car for sale.
Litigation Saves Lives: Why File a Defective Vehicle Lawsuit?
Because of these early cases, vehicles have become safer. Changes brought about by litigation help save lives and prevent injuries. Still, all too often vehicle manufacturers ignore safety issues and provide dangerous vehicles to the public.
Some of our more recent manufacturer defect lawsuits have included:
- Ford Explorer and other SUV rollovers
- Chevrolet Pick Up gas tank cases
- Firestone and other tires
- Four Wheelers and ATVs
If you have been seriously injured or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in a collision, contact the dangerous vehicle lawyers of Cole, Cole, Easley & Sciba, P.C. today for a free consultation. If we take your case, we will investigate the accident to determine if the vehicles performed as they should have in the collision. We consult experts, reconstruct the accident and evaluate whether there were any defects in a vehicle’s design and manufacture.
Located in Victoria, Texas, the dangerous vehicle lawyers of Cole, Cole, Easley & Sciba, P.C. represent clients in Cuero, Goliad, Point Comfort, El Campo, Edna, Beeville, Three Rivers, Hallettsville, Houston and many other locations in the Crossroads area and across Texas. Se habla español.

Testimonials
Local Knowledge, National Reputation
At Cole, Cole, Easley, & Sciba, P.C., your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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Chuck Cole and his staff did a wonderful job representing my son, daughter, & son-in-law after they were struck by an intoxicated driver while they were pedestrians in San Marcos. He kept them informed & up-to-date, returned phone calls promptly, was extremely encouraging and caring, and did a great job of legal representation.Bradley K.
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This firm is truly amazing. Every individual I came into contact with went above and beyond. Each person provided a caring and personal experience during a very difficult time. I highly recommend them.Holly H.
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I have known Chuck Cole for over 15 years and have used his services several times in both personal and business situations. Chuck and his practice are very attentive to detail and are able to give an honest evaluation of circumstances and concrete counsel with definitive steps to take. I believe there is considerable wisdom that comes with the level of his firm's experience, which serves to provide great comfort in recognizing your case is being handled by the professions, "Best". I would hands down recommend this law firm to anyone needing civil litigation or trial law assistancePaul F.
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I have gone through hell in the family court system in Texas against the father of my children, who is an attorney in our community with abundant legal resources. After years of fighting for my children, I was unjustly put in criminal contempt for not bringing my daughter to soccer practice despite following the custody agreement and the advice of my attorneys at the time. I asked about appeal options, and while the attorneys felt my case was justified, they said it would be a waste of my time and money and that only two percent of cases win on appeal. However, as a mother and a teacher, I wanted to clear my reputation and fight for what’s right. I hired a law firm to file a mandamus with the Court of Appeals, but the court denied our petition. Not wanting to give up, I decided to go to the Texas Supreme Court. After consulting with a few attorneys who were very discouraging and didn’t want to take my case, one referred me to Attorney Sam Cole. Sam told me my case was a long shot but agreed I was right and would fight for me if I wanted to proceed. He worked with me on my case and on a payment plan that worked for my situation. He always explained everything and answered questions with patience and understanding. He thoroughly researched all that had happened and the law that surrounded the issue. Sam treated me as a person and not just a paycheck, and had I lost in the Supreme Court, I would still be writing this review. However, the Supreme Court did rule in our favor, and after more than 2.5 years of this hanging over my head, I am completely vindicated. I hope the outcome of my case will help prevent this from happening to others in the future.Pamela J.
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A little over a year ago, I was in a car accident of no fault of my own. Initially, the person's Insurance company was ok with me. They took liability and told me to take my car to get it fixed. They also informed me they were sending a check for the repair and gave me a rental. After three days, they called and said they were voiding the check and totaling my car! My car had been at the repair shop and was 90% ready. I was SO stressed out, crying, and had no idea what to do! I went to see Luther Easley. I explained the situation to him, and he assured me he would handle it all for me. He gave me such peace of mind immediately. I cannot express the relief I had knowing he was handling everything for me. Luther was kind, patient, and very informative of each step he was taking regarding my case. He was honest, open, and upfront about everything. He never sugar-coated anything. It wasn't about the money for me, but Luther Easley was able to make them repair my vehicle AND won a substantial settlement for me. God forbid you were ever in a car accident or any other kind of accident, but if so, I would highly recommend Luther Easley at Cole Cole Easley Sciba Law Firm. He was the best! Also, his assistant, Donna, was so nice to deal with! The entire staff was very kind and professional! I know everyone thinks lawyers are just out to take your money, but in my situation, I was so grateful to have Luther Easley as my lawyer! He DESERVED and EARNED every penny! I would have been screwed without him; for lack of better words! Thank you, Luther Easley, and kudos to you! You truly are one of the best attorneys in Victoria!Trina H.

Our Values
What Our Work Means To Us
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We communicate with clients clearly and tell them candidly what they can expect, given the specifics of the case.
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We believe in giving back to the Victoria community. We support various organizations financially and with our time.
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In 1954, Emmett Cole, Jr., returned to the crossroads area to found our practice after working a year at a Houston law firm.
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We have provided effective, ethical legal representation throughout Texas and nationwide for more than 50 years.

