West Melbourne, Florida, Attorney: ATV Accidents
Recreational Vehicle Crashes ◊ Dirt Bikes ◊ Four-Wheeler
The exhilarating sensation of freedom experienced by riders of recreational vehicles is derived from the same high speeds and low safety standards that make dirt bikes, four-wheelers, speed boats and ATVs so accident-prone. At the same time, most people who ride these recreational vehicles hold safety as the number one priority and many accidents can be attributed to defective vehicle design or dangerous hazards present on the trail.
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For example, many ATVs are designed with too high of a center of gravity, causing them to flip over much more easily than they should. In addition, if your injury occurred on someone else's property and if it was the result of a dangerous hazard on the course, the property's owner may be held responsible. This can vary depending on whether you were trespassing on the property or whether you were a guest. Particularly if you paid money to ride on the property, the landowner can be held liable for damages.
Comparative Negligence and Your Personal Injury Settlement
In both of the abovementioned scenarios, a jury would have to factor in a certain degree of "comparative negligence," meaning that while the ATV designer or landowner may be held liable for your injuries, the injured party may have a share of the negligence as well. For example, were you wearing a helmet? Or, in another scenario, were you wearing a seat belt? If not, the jury may find that you are partly responsible for your injuries and you will receive a smaller settlement.
Mark Anthony Gager on recreational vehicles, as quoted in Florida Today:
"It's fun, but part of the fun is that there is a slight element of danger. What you have to ask yourself is, 'Is this an acceptable risk?'"
Attorney Mark Anthony Gager has 23 years of experience in representing clients injured in recreational and ATV accidents, and he has helped thousands of clients recover compensation for injuries caused during accidents, including:
If you were injured in a recreational vehicle collision or ATV accident, Mr. Gager can provide the experienced, skilled, personal and diligent service that it takes to recover a fair, adequate settlement. For a free initial consultation, contact us or call 321-473-3275.
