| An All Terrain Vehicle or "ATV" is commonly defined as an off-road, three- or four-wheeled vehicle that is used both for recreational and work-related purposes. ATV's are commonly enjoyed in outdoor settings and many enthusiasts ride these vehicles as a means of getting away from it all and escaping from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
However, while ATV's are used both for fun and for function, it is important to note that these machines can also be very dangerous. Part of this danger is attributed to the fact that manufacturers want to "push the limits" on possible safety regulations and increase the weight, size and speed of ATV's. It is these changes that are allegedly causing an increase in the amount of ATV rollover accidents that are happening every year.
One company who is actively looking out for the consumer and the ATV rider is the law firm of Glen Lerner & Associates in Las Vegas, Nevada. Company founder Glen Lerner knows that ATV Accidents usually result when the vehicle rolls over or hits another object and believes the government should be held accountable for instituting proper safety regulations and restrictions as the majority of ATV accidents happen to young adults or children. Furthermore the firm believes that there should be tougher rules placed on ATV manufacturers.
ATV death and injury is preventable and the law firm of Glen Lerner & Associates believes that if greater accountability was promoted throughout the industry and on behalf of the Federal government for ATV safety, less people would be hurt and killed every year by way of this product.
However, since the law firm was established in 1991, ATV accidents have been on the rise. Manufacturers see great profit from these vehicles and hence, continue to make them weigh more and run faster, increasing their center of gravity and their risk for rollover. Currently 75% of victims from ATV accidents suffer a head or spinal cord injury which can result in a lifelong physical problem or life threatening ailment.
It is important to understand that because many ATV accidents can be prevented and because the industry is so unregulated, victims of ATV accidents may not be held at fault for their injuries. The law firm of Glen Lerner & Associates works extensively with victims of ATV accidents and are eager to make the manufacturers of this industry accountable if they produce a dangerous or defective product. The firm will offer a free consultation to any person who believes they were injured because of a faulty or defective ATV.
It is important to note that the details of ATV accidents can vary widely from case to case. It is difficult to determine what a victim could be compensated for without going through a full and thorough legal consultation with a licensed and knowledgeable ATV accident attorney at Glen Lerner & Associates. Therefore, in order to properly determine liability and the viability of a potential case, it is important for any victim who has been injured in an ATV accident to call or contact Glen Lerner & Associates immediately.
Glen Lerner & Associates is located at: 4795 S. Durango Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89147. You can reach the professional staff at Glen Lerner & Associates by calling: 702-877-1500. Glen Lerner & Associates is online at www.glenlerner.com. |
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