After an ATV Accident
All terrain vehicles or ATVs can present serious health risk and in some cases death. Our Law Firm is well aware of the injuries that ATVs can cause. We hope that you or your family are never confronted with an ATV accident. The following is a short list of things to keep in mind if you or a family member or friend has been involved in an ATV accident:
- Seek Medical Attention: Always seek medical attention after an ATV Rollover Accident, especially with the neck and back. You will also need document your condition if you proceed with a legal claim.
- Consult a lawyer. You should seek out a competent lawyer can make sure everything gets done right. A Experienced Injury Lawyer can be a savor in thise types of situations, helping with everything for securing the evidence needed to win, to negotiating with insurance companies and guiding you get through the legal process.
- Get as much information you can about your accident. Key items include the names, numbers and addresses of all the people involved, including witnesses; the precise location of the crash; information about the ATV, including the make and model number, etc. You will also need copies of all the insurance information.
- Do not talk to anyone about your accident other than law enforcement officials . Anything you say to insurance company representatives or investigators could make it harder for you to settle your claim. It is also a good idea not to sign anything, particularly some kind of release form, without talking to an attorney first. This is just a smart way for you to protect yourself.
- Keep in mind that you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit. There legal deadlines, for filing a lawsuit when it comes to ATV accidents. If your claim is not brought within that time, it may be barred regardless of its merits. In Texas you must file your lawsuit within 2 years.
If you or a family member have suffered an injury or loss while operating an ATV, a 4 wheeler or a Yamaha Rhino ATV, call us at 1-800-862-1260. 
