If you are on this page – it’s likely you suffered an injury in an ATV accident. ATV injuries can dramatically decrease the quality of your life. If you have suffered this type of injury, we know how stressful this can be.
You may be in a lot of pain. You may be having trouble getting to the best doctors. You may be worried about your financial future.
It’s important to find out if you are owed financial compensation for the injuries you sustained in your ATV accident.
Allow the experienced injury lawyers at Alpert Schreyer Injury Accident Lawyers to help you get your life back on track. If you select our injury law firm – we will take everything related to your legal case off your plate. We want you to do one thing – focus on healing.
If you are worried about the cost related to hiring an experienced injury attorney – don’t. Our ATV injury attorneys will never ask you to pay anything upfront. We will finance your entire case for you. We don’t get paid until we win your case. If we don’t win – you owe us nothing.
Don’t delay. The insurance company is not your friend. Insurance companies may act nice on the phone – but they are working hard to reduce how much they pay you for your case. What your attorney says to the insurance can never be held against you. What you say directly to the insurance company can later be used as evidence against you. Let your attorney contact the insurance company for you.
Studies show that people who hire experienced legal teams to manage their injury claims get 3.5 times more cash in their pocket at the end of their cases.
Get an experienced Maryland ATV Injury Law Firm on your side right away. We will protect your rights. We will work tirelessly to get you get the best possible result for your case. Call (301) 932-9997 or contact us online to schedule your free legal consultation.
Exposing Negligence, Defects & Wrongdoing
ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) are popular recreational off-road vehicles. They are designed for riding in the countryside where conditions are too dangerous for cars and where the terrain may be rough or hilly. Many ATVs can now exceed 60 miles an hour and can make sharp turns. As fun as it sounds, the sad truth is that ATVs can be extremely dangerous. When going up steep hills or turning at high speeds, some ATVs have a tendency to roll over. Without the protection of walls or a roof, drivers can be crushed underneath the rolling vehicle. Major injuries or fatalities are usually the results of serious ATV crashes.
These accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord injuries. Usually, these tragic crashes may be the result of poor weather conditions or human error, but sometimes they may be attributed to manufacturing flaws. Not all ATVs are made the same way, and none are completely safe.
An Overview of ATV Accidents
How common are ATV accidents? According to the U.S. Consumers Product Safety Commission (CPSC), there are approximately 650 deaths and 100,000 injuries involving ATVs in the United States each year. A large percentage of these crashes involve minors. These vehicles are sometimes treated simply as toys but they are so dangerous, the CPSC recommends children under 16 years of age should not be allowed on any adult size ATV. Despite the warnings, families continue to allow their children to ride and sometimes drive ATVs off-road at high speeds. Parents need to know that it isn’t just the speed and handling that makes ATVs dangerous. Sometimes a defective design causes or contributes to deadly ATV accidents. Even a safe and well-trained driver may not have much control over a defective vehicle.
Safety Suggestions for Young ATV Users & Parents
Not all states require a driving license to operate an ATV. This puts the responsibility on the parent to determine if they trust their child to operate a powerful moving vehicle.
Please keep these suggestions in mind:
- Remember that an ATV is not a toy
- Take the time to enroll in an ATV safety course
- ATVs are not made for passengers
- ATV’s over 90cc’s in engine size should not be operated by anyone under 16 years old
- Always wear an ANSI-approved helmet.
- Keep ATVs off paved roads
Contact Alpert Schreyer Injury Accident Lawyers In Case of an Accident
If you or your loved one has been involved in an ATV accident, you may be eligible for compensation. ATV manufacturers can be held liable for vehicle malfunctions that are triggered by product defects and design flaws. If there is a personal injury from a collision, please be sure to seek medical attention right away. For more information about how to pursue your legal rights, contact a Maryland ATV accident lawyer who can advise you of your options and how to proceed.
Contact Alpert Schreyer Injury Accident Lawyers online or call us at 301-936-0011 for your free case evaluation. We have offices in Lexington Park, Bowie, Frederick, Waldorf, Prince Frederick, and Rockville to better serve you.
