Product Liability Motorcycle Accidents

Product liability lawsuits frequently arise as a result of motorcycle accidents, and a common product at issue is the rider’s motorcycle helmet. In California, manufacturers, distributers, and retailers of motorcycle gear can be held liable for injuries and damages that occur as a result of defective protective gear

What Are The Types of Product Liability Cases?

In California, defective products are held to a “strict liability” standard. This means that the plaintiff is not required to prove that the other party was negligent in order to recover damages. So if a motorcycle helmet was defective, strict liability applies. However, the plaintiff must still prove the following:

• The helmet was designed, manufactured, and distributed by the defendant
• The helmet was unreasonably dangerous due to a design or manufacturing defect, or incorrect safety warnings (for example, a DOT-approval sticker on a helmet that is not DOT-approved)
• You were using the helmet as instructed and intended by the manufacturer
• You suffered injuries as a result of using the helmet

What Should You Do After a Product Liability Accident?

At KAASS Law, we understand that having to deal with a defective product can be a nightmare for consumers. Especially if a defected product is causing or has caused damage. Businesses should not be able to get away with causing damages to consumers due to a product defect. Our product liability lawyers at KAASS Law can help you with many different type of product defects including the following:

• Marketing Defects
• Design Defects
• Manufacturing Defects