Defective Motorcycle Design

Motorcycle operators face significant risk when they take to the road. Most of them face blind faith in the motorcycle they ride. Unfortunately, motorcycle manufacturers don’t always earn this trust. Defective motorcycles can endanger riders, pedestrians, and other motorists, causing significant injury and even death. And the aftereffects of motorcycle accidents can cost thousands in medical bills and lost wages.

Manufacturers who produce or sell motorcycles that have design or parts defects can and should be held liable under products liability laws. If you’ve experienced a motorcycle accident or injury, a defective part or vehicle could be to blame. If you can prove that the product you purchased was defective, that the defect existed prior to manufacturer release, and that the defect caused you injury or financial damage, it’s likely you have a negligence claim against the motorcycle manufacturer.

In addition, manufacturers can be taken to task if they fail to warn consumers of known dangers of parts or products. Failure to inform consumers properly or selling damaged vehicles can put a manufacturer at significant risk for a products liability claim that can cost thousands or even millions of dollars in damages and fines.

As a motorcyclist, you have bigger things to worry about than whether your vehicle is safe and functional. After all, the dangers of the road are well-known. If you have been injured due to a defective motorcycle, it makes sense to file a defective motorcycle lawsuit for two reasons: you deserve compensation for your injuries, and you have a responsibility to both punish the company for their wrongdoing and help protect future consumers from sustaining an injury like yours.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident that was caused by a defective part or vehicle, you may have limited time in which to file your claim. Luckily, the lawyers of Bisnar Chase can quickly assess your claim and tell you whether your potential lawsuit is viable. Our experienced California motorcycle accident attorneys have nearly 30 years of experience gaining justice for injury victims. Why not draw on three decades of success when you file your motorcycle claim? Contact us today for more information and a completely free, totally confidential consultation.

You can check out www.nhtsa.dot.gov for a list of recalls and defects or one of hundreds of informative websites available on the net.