If you’ve been hurt in an ATV rollover crash, an injury attorney might be able to help you get back on the road to recovery. These vehicles are popular among rural thrill seekers, where hills, forests and plenty of open space is available for testing the vehicle’s limits. This can be deadly though, as these vehicles were not originally designed for quick maneuvers and are poorly equipped for sharp turns and certain driving conditions. In fact, their inherent danger leads to more than 100,000 trips to the emergency room every year, along with nearly 500 deaths. This is because some all-terrain vehicles are made with a higher center of gravity or narrow track widths. Both of these can increase the chances of an ATV rollover crash, and an attorney can often help in these cases.
However, even all-terrain vehicles that operate like they should pose a significant risk due to subtle flaws in their design. For example, most all-terrain vehicles engage both rear wheels at the same time when entering a turn, effectively dragging the outside wheel and creating friction that leads to turn resistance. Most models also come with extremely rigid rear suspension that can speed up turning, but force the inside wheel off the ground, significantly increasing the chances of tipping the vehicle. A personal injury attorney can represent a victim who was harmed by a manufacturing defect in the vehicle, like a sticky throttle or poorly secured wheels.
These risks must be kept in mind when operating an all-terrain vehicle, as riders can experience serious injuries if they are pinned by a vehicle or thrown from it.
Attorney Terry Bryant
Terry Bryant is Board Certified in personal injury trial law, which means his extensive knowledge of the law has been recognized by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, setting him apart from many other injury attorneys. The 22 years he spent as a Municipal Judge, Spring Valley Village, TX also provides him keen insight into the Texas court system. That experience also helps shape his perspective on personal injury cases and how they might resolve. This unique insight benefits his clients. [ Attorney Bio ]
