A Trusted ATV, Boat And Recreational Vehicle Accident Attorney
Minnesota is one of the leading states in the U.S. for ATV, boat and recreational vehicle use. Unfortunately, that also makes it one of the leading states for serious injuries and deaths resulting from the negligence or misconduct of the drivers.
ATVs, boats, scooters and other types of recreational vehicles are meant to be enjoyed and used responsibly. When someone on the trail or lake takes their personal fun too far, though, people often get hurt. Or, when the manufacturer doesn’t take their responsibility for safety seriously, people can get killed. If you were injured in an accident while riding a recreational vehicle or injured when struck by someone on a recreational vehicle of any kind, call a personal injury lawyer at Yaeger & Weiner Law in Minneapolis.
As a recreational vehicle accident attorney, I offer more than four decades of experience aggressively representing victims of negligence in these types of accidents. To make sure I develop the strongest case possible for negotiating a full and fair settlement or taking your case to trial, I employ an experienced recreational vehicle investigator, Bill Sullivan, who also has more than 40 years of experience.
Common Reasons For Recreational Vehicle Accidents
There are many reasons that recreational vehicle, ATV and boat accidents happen, including:
- Operator error or inexperience
- Children operating the vehicle or boat
- Defective vehicle parts/mechanical failures
- Operating the vehicle or boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Hazards on the property or roadway
- Operating the vehicle in bad weather conditions
- Speeding
Determining liability for the accident is something that I will do when I investigate the cause of the accident.
Recreational Vehicle Accidents: Who Is Liable?
Liability is a challenging aspect of many recreational vehicle accidents. I will find out who is responsible for the accident that injured you or your family member.
The most frequent reasons that recreational vehicle accidents occur are:
- Operator error or negligence
- Manufacturing defects
- Road and property hazards
If operator error or negligence is to blame, I will hold the adult who was operating the vehicle or who let a child operate the vehicle liable. When a property owner or government entity is at fault, I will hold them accountable. If the vehicle was defective, I will sue the manufacturer.
When Manufacturers Are Liable In ATV And Boat Accidents
Manufacturer defects can cause catastrophic or fatal injuries in ATV or boating accidents. The primary types of defects include:
- Manufacturing defects: These occur when a part of the vehicle is faulty and malfunctions, or wears out, causing an accident. Tire blowouts and engine fires are examples of these types of defects.
- Design defects: Some products are poorly designed and are simply unsafe to use.
- Marketing defects: If the instructions or guidelines do not note any warnings about the hazards of the product, it is a failure to warn the consumer.
At Yaeger & Weiner Law, I thoroughly examine the cause of each accident. When manufacturer liability is an issue, I will hold them accountable. Many firms do not take action against negligent corporations, but I do. It is one more reason to come to the firm for the serious, experienced representation you deserve.
You Won’t Know How Much You Are Entitled To Until You Talk To Me
Don’t be tempted to accept a fast, lowball settlement offer from the negligent party or the insurance company after an injury involving an RV, ATV or boat. Call my firm at 612-345-8002 or send an email to schedule a free consultation to discuss the circumstances of your accident. If I represent you, I will not charge attorney fees unless I help you recover money in a settlement or trial verdict.