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Riding a motorcycle can be risky. Unlike car and truck drivers, bikers are not surrounded by a protective cage, so bikers anticipate facing potential injuries in a wreck. Most bikers take substantial steps to help them avoid those injuries. They are able to do so because they can be fully aware of potential dangers. However, when a motorcycle has a defect or is subject to a recall, the biker may not be aware of the danger. They can be at a higher risk than they would typically experience.
A defect can put riders at risk, but manufacturers may be reluctant to issue a recall. Even if they do, a recall is only helpful if the manufacturer has an immediate fix for the defect. All too often, a manufacturer issues a recall with no cure for the issue. In such instances, riders may be aware of the problem but unable to fix it. If you have been injured because of motorcycle defects and recalls in Pooler, a lawyer can help you explore whether the manufacturer may be liable for your injuries. Reach out to Chattahoochee Injury Law today to talk to a motorcycle injury attorney about your legal rights and options.
Defects can lead to wrecks, resulting in injuries, which in turn link defects to injuries. However, many people do not realize that the manufacturer may be responsible for damages from those injuries, not just for the original defect.
Motorcycle wrecks always come with the risk of potentially life-changing—or life-ending—injuries. Examples of common injuries in motorcycle wrecks include:
These injuries can occur at low speeds, but are even more likely at high speeds or when a rider is out of control of their vehicle.
It can be challenging to prove that a defect led to the accident. Without knowledge of the defect, it may appear to be an operator error. In fact, before defects are well understood, many initial accidents may be attributed to driver error. An attorney who handles Pooler motorcycle recalls and defect cases can help establish the evidence needed to prove that the defect led to the injury.
Some of the evidence lawyers use to establish manufacturer liability includes:
An attorney can help locate the evidence and experts people need to demonstrate that a defect led to an accident.
All consumer goods come with warranties. In addition to express warranties, they also come with implied warranties. The express warranty is what manufacturers advertise as the duration for which they will fix problems with the vehicle. The implied warranty is that the product, as sold, will be safe for its intended purpose.
Generally, for something to be under warranty, it must actually break down. Defects do not necessarily work that way. Instead, a manufacturer may recall parts that are currently working because they are aware of a defect that could impact the function of the vehicle in the future, compromising safety. When they recall a product, manufacturers will replace or repair parts, even if they are not currently malfunctioning.
It is also important to note that for Pooler motorcycle defects and recalls, the implied warranty may last longer than the express warranty. Most motorcycles come with warranties that last for two or three years or a certain number of miles. However, they should be free from defects for a longer time than that. If the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issues a recall, the manufacturer will generally remedy the defect, even if the motorcycle is outside of the warranty period.
Receiving a notice that your motorcycle has a defect and is subject to a recall can be annoying, but the system is in place to keep people safe. Unfortunately, manufacturers may not issue recalls as quickly as they should when they learn of defects or issue one without having a fix available.
If you are injured because of motorcycle defects or recalls in Pooler, an experienced Chattahoochee Injury Law attorney may be able to help. Schedule a case evaluation to learn more.
