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New York Motorcycle Defect Accident

A motorcycle defect accident attorney in New York may be the only person you feel you can turn to, if you suspect that part on the bike did not function as intended. Identifying the appropriate defect and filing a legal claim against any liable parties needs to be completed immediately. An experienced New York defective motorcycle accident attorney needs to be carried out right away. Defective bike design or defective bike parts can have a role in causing an accident or making the injuries associated with an accident much worse.

Any type of vehicle defect is very dangerous. Inside a car, drivers or passengers could be seriously killed in an accident because of a defect. Even with proper maintenance, a defect that seemingly comes out of nowhere poses a big accident risk and the risk of severe injuries for everyone inside the car. On a bike, however, the risks are even higher. In order for a motorcycle to be safe for a rider, every component needs to function effectively and safely. That means that the rider should expect that everything has been made properly. A malfunctioning helmet can increase TBI risk.

Any riders of a bike could suffer significant injuries in the event of a motorcycle accident. A single defective part can have repercussions for the driver as well as the passenger. The liability for the accident may fall to the part's manufacturer or the motorcycle company itself. These situations are complicated by the fact that you may also have grounds for a personal injury claim against a party who caused the accident to begin with. There are many different types of defects on a motorcycle that can lead to catastrophic injuries.

Tire Defects

Although defective tires are most often referenced with traditional vehicle accidents, defective tires may be an even more catastrophic problem for motorcycle riders. The defects may force the tread to separate from the tire and this leads to a blowout. A biker will be unlikely to regain control of the motorcycle when this happens, and a serious crash may follow.

Brake Defects

Bad installation, brake defects or other maintenance issues could make it impossible for the biker to stop or slow down. A defective motorcycle accident lawyer in New York knows that this presents a serious risk for the rider as well as other motorists. The parts maker, any garage installing the brakes, or the motorcycle manufacturer are a couple of examples of people who may be held responsible for such an accident.

Fuel System Defects

The fuel system can cause significant burns for a motorcycle rider because of the exposed position of the parts and the closed proximity for the lower extremities of the body. A person who is hurt in this manner may have grounds for personal injury claim as well as a product liability claim.

Each motorcycle part plays a crucial role in the correct and safe operation of the motorcycle. If any part is installed incorrectly, made of inappropriate metal or missing, the problem may turn into malfunctions and breaking down. Defective and weak handlebars are extremely common and very dangerous. In any situations involving defective design for motorcycle, the designers did not notice the design was dangerous to begin with, these bikes are notoriously difficult to control and have an increased chance of crashing.

Who is responsible after a defective part accident depends on the factors of the incident itself and may include the company tasked with maintenance, the parts maker, or the motorcycle company. Many various parties may be classified as liable under the laws of New York including any company that played a part in marketing, design, manufacture, selling or shipping of the motorcycle. If you have been hurt in an accident like this, you need an experienced attorney who will file a legal claim on your behalf to fight for your best interests.

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