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Each year, various motorcycles or motorcycle parts are recalled in the U.S. due to defects that may increase the risk of someone becoming injured or killed in an accident. Accidents related to defects and recalls in Waterford are not as common as other types of accidents, but they do occur. If you were injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident that you believe was caused by a defect, an experienced lawyer can help you understand your legal options and assist you in the claims process.
Motorcycles are less stable than other vehicles, such as cars and trucks, and require a different skillset to use. The risks of a Waterford motorcycle accident occurring are increased when there are defects to parts such as the brakes, electrical system, tires, fuel system, and more. When a motorcyclist is injured in an accident, they frequently face significant financial losses associated with medical bills, loss of earnings, and property damage. They may also incur psychological impacts related to their injuries, including pain and suffering and loss of the enjoyment of life.
Everyone in the manufacturing chain has the responsibility to ensure the products consumers purchase are safe when used properly. If a manufacturer discovers that there is a defect in its product, they have the responsibility to warn consumers of that defect and enact a program of replacing or repairing the damaged product. While a recall can prevent additional liability by repairing the defect or replacing the defective part, it does not erase the original liability that the manufacturer has for the defective product being in the hands of the consumer in the first place.
Liability matters in a Waterford defective motorcycle claim because it carries the responsibility to compensate consumers for the losses they incurred because of the defective product, including both financial losses and psychological impacts. In order to show that a manufacturer was liable for injuries, the injured party must be able to show that the motorcycle suffered a defect in design, manufacturing, or labeling, and that this defect led to an accident that resulted in injuries.
An experienced lawyer from Polito & Harrington, LLC could assist with gathering the documents and evidence needed to prove liability and to justify the stated value of the claim. Common types of evidence in a motorcycle defect case may include witness and expert testimony, videos and photographs of the motorcycle and accident scene, and even proof of recalls of the defective part that caused the accident.
Motorcycle accident injuries are often significant, resulting in extraordinary financial and quality-of-life losses. If you were injured because of motorcycle defects and recalls in Waterford, our legal team is ready to provide answers to the questions you have about your case and explain your options for seeking compensation. Our board-certified and nationally recognized lawyers have a successful track record of settlements and verdicts and a focus on providing our clients with direct, personal communication. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
We are committed to provide personalized attention to each and every client’s case – no matter how large or small– because that is each client’s only case. We are proud of our firm’s reputation of combining integrity and compassion with an unflinching dedication to getting the right result. We will do what we say.
