Charleston All-Terrain Vehicles

Although an early version of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) was first built in 1893, these machines were not mass produced until the 1960's. Since then, they have gained popularity as a fun pastime and an easy way to get around farms and ranches without tearing up the soil. ATVs can be efficient and enjoyable when they are built well and used correctly. However, the Charleston defective products lawyers at the Steinberg Law Firm are concerned about the high rates of injuries associated with ATVs.

ATV Accidents: Frightening Statistics

Due to their light builds and high speeds, ATVs can be very dangerous if they are misused or poorly made. Over the last 23 years, there have been almost 6,500 deaths caused by ATV accidents; over 1/3 of them were children under 16.

ATV Defects

All terrain vehicles are complicated machines. There are many things that can go wrong when one is being designed or constructed. Some especially dangerous ATV defects are:

• Lack of functioning front brakes
• A top-heavy design, which increases the risk of rollovers
• Lack of safety equipment such as roll cages
• Small wheel bases and heavy tires, making the vehicle difficult to control
• Faulty seat belts or airbags

The Charleston personal injury lawyers at the Steinberg Law Firm work hard to hold all negligent all-terrain vehicle manufacturers responsible for their mistakes.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one has been injured by a faulty ATV, contact Charleston ATV defect attorney through the Steinberg Law Firm at 843-720-2800.