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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Helping Victims Injured in SUV Rollovers in San Diego

ESC is a computer-assisted system of speed and traction sensors that allow the selective braking of individual wheels to recover control of vehicles at risk of skidding or rolling over. New regulations from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration will require ESC systems in place on some motor vehicles beginning with the 2009 model year. That same regulation will require it on all cars, SUVs and pickups by 2012.

Could Your Accident Have Been Prevented with ESC?

According to a recent insurance industry study, ESC can reduce the risk of single-vehicle accidents such as SUV rollovers by 40% and the risk of fatalities in such accidents by 56%.

Though available for years as a luxury option, auto manufacturers are only now preparing to install ESC as a standard feature in all motor vehicles. Failure to protect against a known risk SUV rollover, for example by implementing a known preventive measure (ESC), has been shown to be a sound theory of liability against vehicle manufacturers throughout the U.S.

Holding Manufacturers Accountable for 40 Years

At The McClellan Law Firm, product liability litigation involving defective motor vehicles and auto components has represented an important part of our practice for 40 years. We know how to work with automotive design, engineering, and safety experts to demonstrate the effect of conscious manufacturing choices on the risks that resulted in your accident. With more than 140 settlements and verdicts worth in excess of $1 million each to our credit, our firm enjoys a national reputation for the results we have achieved for our clients.

Dedicated to Your Auto Defect Case. Call (619) 215-1488.

We take the same care in developing and presenting evidence of your physical, economic, and intangible losses as we do in proving liability against the defendant. Whether your injuries involve TBI, quadriplegia, or extensive burns, we make sure you receive the treatment and rehabilitative services you need while we document and present your claims in thorough detail. We also represent the surviving families of fatal accident victims in wrongful death claims.

For a free consultation about a single-vehicle accident that could have been prevented with an ESC, do not hesitate to contact a personal injury attorney in San Diego at The McClellan Law Firm.

Your Experienced Legal Team

For over 30 years, The McClellan Law Firm has been dedicated to helping clients across California secure justice and protect their futures. Founded by renowned attorney Craig R. McClellan, the firm has earned a reputation for excellence and integrity in the legal field. With decades of experience and a commitment to achieving results, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional representation and unwavering support to every client we serve.

  • The Inner Circle
    Craig McClellan is a member of the Inner Circle of Advocates, an invitation-only group of the top 100 plaintiff trial lawyers in the United States.
  • Best Lawyers 2025
    Craig McClellan was voted Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability Litigation by Best Lawyers for 2025.
  • Best Law Firms 2025
    The firm earned a Tier 1 ranking in Personal Injury in the 2025 list of the Best Law Firms.
  • Top 10 Settlements - med mal
    Craig McClellan earned one of the top 10 medical malpractice settlements in California, securing a $9,000,000 settlement for a client.
  • Top 10 Settlements - Prem Liability
    Craig McClellan & Conor Hulburt earned one of the top 10 premises liability settlements in California, securing a $3,175,850 settlement for a client.
  • SuperLawyers Top 10
    Craig McClellan has been selected to the list of Super Lawyers every year since 2007, and earned the most votes of ANY lawyer for 2019 in San Diego.
  • AV Preeminent
    Craig McClellan was voted Lawyer of the Year for Product Liability Litigation by Best Lawyers for 2019.
  • America's Top 100
    Craig McClellan is listed as one of America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators in Business Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability.
  • AVVO Top 10
    Attorney McClellan has a 10/10 “Superb” rating, the highest rating an attorney can receive from Avvo.
  • BBB
    The firm has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, the highest possible rating offered by the organization.
  • Consumer Attorneys
    Attorney McClellan is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego, and previously served on its Board of Directors.
  • LA Times
    Attorney Craig McClellan was named as one of the “Best Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Times.
  • SD Metro
    Attorney Craig McClellan was named one of the “Best Lawyers” by San Diego Metro.
  • SD Magazine
    Attorney Craig McClellan was named one of the Top Lawyers in San Diego in Business Litigation by San Diego Magazine.
  • LawDragon
    Craig McClellan has been named among the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, which honors the nation’s top advocates.
  • “I swear they work 24/7! And most importantly, we knew that they truly cared about us and the outcome. They fought for our family and have given us the piece of mind that our son's healthcare will always be covered.”
    S.P.
  • “We will NEVER forget what you did for us Craig. We are FOREVER GRATEFUL.”
    K.V.
  • “We wouldn’t be here, in this moment of life without the kindness and professionalism of you all and how you went to bat for us! Eternally grateful!”
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