Defective E-Bike? Suing Manufacturers for Injuries in the Alamo City

San Antonio, Texas, has become a popular spot for electric bikes, thanks to its flat terrain, miles of trails, and bike-friendly infrastructure. While these bikes are environmentally friendly, they can be dangerous for riders when they don’t work correctly. E-bikes are known for potential defects, from a leaky valve to a malfunctioning motor. What happens when you are hurt by your defective e-bike?

The Alamo City injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw help e-bike accident victims pursue damages from negligent manufacturers. We offer our services on a contingency-fee basis, so you receive the expert legal advice you need without paying any money up front. Our team is available 24/7 and offers free case reviews in English or Spanish at 1-800-862-1260.

E-bikes are prone to a variety of problems, including:

• Batteries failing to charge or losing charge
• Motors cutting out or malfunctioning
• Loose or fraying wires and connections
• Malfunctioning or unresponsive brakes
• Tire damage or flat tires
• Glitches on display screens

One of the most concerning issues with e-bikes is that their lithium-ion batteries are prone to overheating, explosions, and fires. E-bike fires have led to serious injuries and property damage if the bike catches fire in a garage or outside a home. Other injuries related to e-bike defects might include:

• Fractures
• Contusions and road rash
• Head and neck injuries
• Facial trauma
• Internal injuries

If you are injured by a defective e-bike, you have rights. Contact a personal injury attorney who can advise you of your legal options and pursue a claim on your behalf.

Under Texas law, product liability claims can fall into three categories:

A manufacturing defect occurs when the production of an e-bike is flawed. These defects usually affect a limited number of units and may include improperly assembled parts or incorrect electrical connections. Your e-bike product liability attorney must show your unit differed from other units in the same product line and that the difference caused your injury.

A design defect occurs when the bike's design is dangerous. For example, a bike’s battery placement may make it more prone to catching fire. Your Texas lawyer will need to demonstrate that the design presented an unreasonable risk and that a safer design would have been feasible. You must also show that you were using the e-bike properly and that the defective design led directly to your injuries.

If an e-bike poses a risk that a user may not be aware of, the manufacturer has a duty of care to provide proper warnings about that risk. If you are injured, your San Antonio defective e-bike lawyer must show that the manufacturer should have known about the risk, the risk wasn't apparent to users, and the failure to provide a warning directly contributed to your injuries.

If your attorney can prove your e-bike injury was caused by manufacturer negligence, you may be eligible for these damages:

• Medical bills for past and future treatment
• Lost income and reduced earning capacity
• Property damage in the event of a fire
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Disability or disfigurement
• Loss of consortium

If gross negligence contributed to the product defect, you and your lawyer may also seek punitive damages from the at-fault party. Your legal team will calculate your damages based on the specific incident, the extent of your injuries, and the impact of your injuries on your life.

Personal injury claims in Texas have a two-year statute of limitations, so don’t wait to get the legal help you need. Our expert team of attorneys knows how to maximize damages for accident victims like you, as our client reviews demonstrate. If you suffered injuries because of a defective e-bike, call Carabin Shaw toll-free today at 1-800-862-1260 to book your free case review. No money owed unless your case is won.

For more information:

• Texas Statutes 82
• Texas Statutes 41
• Texas Statutes 16