As you probably know, Chrysler admitted earlier this year that just over 2.5 million of its vehicles had defective ignition switches.\u00a0 The switches were faulted in at least 165 deaths and countless more serious injuries.<\/p>\n
In an effort to control litigation costs, Chrysler has set up a claim process that will serve as an alternative to litigation.\u00a0 If injured as a result of a faulty ignition switch, you may submit a claim, and it will be reviewed by attorney Kenneth Feinberg, who will make awards that Chrysler has agreed to pay.\u00a0 The hope is that the process will be expedited and reduce costs.\u00a0 Under the proposal, your claim must be made between August 1 and December 31 of this year, and Mr. Feinberg has a goal of resolving each claim within 90 to 180 days of filing.<\/p>\n
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