Oakland UTV Rollover Accidents Attorney
Utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) like the Yamaha Rhino, Polaris RZR, Kawasaki Teryx and Arctic Cat Prowler have caused thousands of occupant injuries since being introduced in the early 1970s. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), between 2003 and 2009, more than a hundred occupants died in UTV accidents. The CPSC attributes UTVs high center of gravity, narrow wheelbase and small wheels to the large number of rollover crashes. Although UTVs are designed to drive off-road, and many are equipped with a roll bar, there is still a lack of adequate occupant protection in the event of a UTV rollover accident.
If you or a loved one was injured while riding in a UTV, seek the counsel of an experienced Oakland UTV rollover accident attorney at Estey Bomberger. We can help you get the compensation you need and deserve. Through arduous case workup, we have obtained millions of dollars for our clients injury damages. Although damages vary with every case, some of the types of damages our clients have received compensation for, include surgery, hospital stays, lost benefits, medicine, medical equipment, lost earnings, funeral and burial costs, deceaseds anticipated earnings, and pain and suffering.
Oakland UTV Rollover Accident Injuries
Both adults and children can be seriously injured in a UTV rollover accident. Reports of passengers being thrown from UTVs and passengers being crushed as the vehicle rolls over are numerous. In any type of UTV rollover crash, passengers can suffer from bone fracture injuries, traumatic brain injuries, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputation (severed limb) injuries, internal organ injuries, lacerations, bruises and death. Serious injuries can leave a victim permanently disfigured and disabled, possibly preventing the victim from ever returning to his or her previous way of life.
Yamaha Rhino Recall
Since its introduction in 2003, concerns about the safety of the popular Yamaha Rhino have existed. It wasn't until 2006, after numerous reports of injuries, that Yamaha issued several safety warnings and begin retrofitting all Rhino models with hand holds and doors. Despite these actions by Yamaha Motor Corp., the number of Rhino rollover accidents only increased. As a result of increasing injuries and deaths associated with Yamaha Rhinos, the CPSC began an investigation into the safety of the popular UTV. In the wake of the CPSC investigation, Yamaha ceased sales of the Rhino and recalled more than 145,000 Rhinos for repair in 2009.
If you currently own a Yamaha Rhino and have been injured in a rollover accident, stop using the Rhino immediately and contact an Oakland product liability attorney today.
Why Choose Estey Bomberger?
- AV® rating – highest rating from Martindale-Hubbell for legal skills and ethics
- Selected Super Lawyers three years in a row – 2008, 2009 and 2010
- AAA rating from State Bar Certified Attorney Referral Service
- More than $100 million obtained in settlements and verdicts
- Life members of Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- No fee or cost unless we win.
Time is of the Essence When Filing A Personal Injury Claim
You only have a limited amount of time to file a personal injury claim, so contact an Oakland UTV rollover accident lawyer as soon as possible. Call (510) 978-4380 to arrange a consultation with one of our knowledgeable Oakland personal injury lawyers. It costs nothing to call and we can even arrange an evening or weekend appointment.