ATV/UTV

Lexington, Kentucky

All terrain vehicles are popular for racing, but have several other functions as well like giving farmers easier access to their fields, and hunters and outdoor enthusiasts an effective way to get further off the beaten path. With Kentucky’s agricultural and open spaces, it’s no wonder we have more ATV and UTV usage per capita than anywhere else in the United States.

As convenient and practical as they may be, with this increased usage comes increased chances for defective ATVs or UTVs to cause serious injury. For over a decade, experienced product liability attorney James Vaught has been helping Kentuckians injured by defective ATVs or UTVs recover from the injuries sustained when these vehicles do not function properly.

ATV/UTV Design Defects

The most common cause of ATV/UTV accidents is because of their design defects. With modern advancements in ATV/UTV safety this is simply inexcusable. ATVs and UTVs have a high center of gravity which increases their risk for a roll over, particularly when they are being raced on bumpy and hilly terrain. However, this terrain is precisely what they are intended to be used on, and the potential for a rollover can easily be reduced with the installation of front and rear differentials. 

Rollovers are not the only danger associated with ATV/UTV use. Manufacturing defects like defective breaks, faulty operator controls, and improper operator placement can lead to accidents as well. In recent years, many ATVs and UTVs have been recalled for manufacturing defects such as:

• Faulty speed controls
• Faulty dynamic power steering
• Lack of handlebar covering
• Faulty CV joints
• Defective caliper support
• Incorrect valve assembly

The range of possible defects is endless, but all of these can result in serious injury or even death for the people who use these vehicles.

Injuries in ATV/UTV Accidents

When your ATV/UTV is defective, the results of an accident can be catastrophic. Injuries sustained in these accidents include:

• Traumatic brain injury
• Spinal cord injuries
• Burn injuries
• Broken bones
• Death

When you sustain an injury due to a faulty ATV/UTV, you have a right to seek compensation for all of your losses. The manufacturers of these vehicles have a responsibility to produce ATVs and UTVs that are safe, and operate as they were intended to. Failure to do so on their part, whether through design flaw or manufacturing defects, makes them liable for all the injuries you sustain.

How James Vaught Can Help

Attorney Vaught has been helping people in Kentucky who have been injured by a faulty ATV/UTV for over ten years. His experience and knowledgeable approach are necessary to go after these negligent companies and help get you the full compensation you deserve.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident involving a faulty ATV/UTV in or around Lexington, Kentucky, please contact product liability attorney James Vaught at James Vaught Law Office PLLC to schedule a no obligation consultation.