Most people know that the State of California is known for outdoor adventures. The lustrous mountains provide an abundance for outdoor recreation that include skiing, hunting, and fishing. Similarly, the ocean sides provide a wide array of recreational opportunities. In many of these fun outdoor areas, people are welcome to bring their jeeps, bikes and ATVs, or All-Terrain Vehicles. While taking any of these vehicles out for a spin creates wonderful memories, the recreation is not always a pleasant memory, especially when someone gets hurt or badly injured. An ATV accident can oftentimes be very serious and require immediate hospital attention.
Owning an off-road or all-terrain vehicle can fill many people with joy and excitement. The rush of using one of these vehicles is a thrilling experience. Because of the excitement, many people undermine the power these machines are capable of. Unfortunately, when not handled accordingly, catastrophic injuries can ensue.
According to a 2016 published report by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, as of December 2016, there were a total of 337 all-terrain vehicle deaths. Equally important, the report states that there were approximately 101,200 ATV-related injuries that required emergency medical assistance in 2016 alone.
Human error is one of the most common reasons behind ATV accidents. Some people make the decision to partake in the activity while under the influence of a substance or use the vehicle at excessive speeds. While these can cause serious accidents, these are not the only way an accident can occur. Even when a person chooses to operate an ATV safely, there are a number of additional factors that could take could lead to an injury causing accident.
If you or someone you know has been injured while using an ATV, it is important to act quickly and seek the support of a qualified personal injury attorney. ATV related accidents can easily result in high medical bills and other associated expenses. Consult the support of a legal professional who can help you alleviate the financial burden and help you on the road to recovery.
The personal injury attorneys at Martinez & Schill, LLP have helped many ATV accident victims recover the compensation they needed. ATV accident claims are complex cases that require well-versed legal support. The attorneys at Martinez & Schill, LLP are equipped to help you fight for what you are owed. Contact the law firm today for more information.
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As a founding partner of Martinez & Schill LLP, Jennifer heads the firm’s personal injury practice. Jennifer has extensive litigation experience handling wrongful death, severe personal injury cases including traumatic brain injury (TBI) and paraplegic injuries, premises liability, car and motorcycle accidents, construction site injuries and general negligence cases. San Diego is also a city with a large number of bicyclists, as a bike accident lawyer we've seen incidents of cyclists getting hit on the street, sidewalk and crosswalk. If you or a family member was hit by a motor vehicle, on a bike or while walking, we want to hear from you today.Jennifer has extensive experience previously working for an insurance defense firm, in which she successfully tried multiple cases to a jury. This unique experience provides her with an insider’s perspective in how to maximize potential recovery from an insurance carrier and how to efficiently and quickly provide excellent results for her clients.Jennifer was born and raised in Seattle, Washington and presently resides in Rancho Penasquitos with her husband and two children. When not working, Jennifer enjoys skiing, golfing, and camping and remains a dedicated Seahawks fan.... View full business profile here: Jennifer Martinez
