Should I file a complaint with the government about an auto defect before I talk to an attorney?

If you have been injured in an accident due to an auto defect, you should not file a complaint with the government before speaking to an attorney. Any statements you make will be recorded and any inaccuracies can be used against you if a lawsuit is filed later on. If you become aware of an auto or tire defect before it leads to an accident, there are avenues to report it listed in the resources below.