Be Wary Of The Tires On These Motorhomes Before Heading Off On Your Big Trip
Some families enjoy going camping or traveling all across the country to take in the sights, and they often like to do so in style. In other words, they don't pack the mini-van down with luggage and try to fit six people inside. Instead, persons go out and buy a motorhome to ensure that they have enough room for everyone and belongings. Plus, whenever the group gets where they are going, there is no need for them to rent a hotel as they already have a place to stay.
Heck, some folks even use the recreational vehicles when they attend music festivals like Burning Man or Coachella. The units are a perfect choice for Floridians going out of town for Mardi Gras in New Orleans too. These examples just go to show that motorhomes can be used for a lot of different activities, ones that are both family-friendly and adult-oriented.
Many of the models are big and hard to steer though. The driver can run into complications when attempting to turn into a driveway or make a turn. They must pay close attention to avoid running into cars, trucks, motorcyclists, pedestrians, and more. Such collisions can ruin a trip in a hurry as they can leave participants with various injuries such as...
• Fractures And Broken Bones
• Deep Cuts And Painful Bruises
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Partial Or Full Paralysis
• Internal Bleeding
Sometimes, Accidents Are Not The Operator's Fault At All
Products are supposed to be safe for consumers to use when they hit the open market. However, that is not always the case. Now and again, vehicles with defective parts or manufacturing defects go up for sale. For instance, Winnebago Industries, Inc. is expected to begin notifying owners of 2018-2019 Fuse motorhomes built on a 2018 Ford Transit chassis and equipped with aluminum wheels before long. Although, no notification schedule has been set as of yet. There are approximately 112 affected units. During the manufacturing process, incorrect wheel studs may have become installed. That issue can prevent the lug nut from tightening down against the rim to secure the wheel in place. Also, if the lugs are improperly torqued, they could loosen and detach. Thus, it is possible for the tire to fall off of the vehicle while going down the road, increasing the risk of a crash.Manufacturers And Sellers Are Liable For Products That Do Harm
If you or a loved one sustain personal injuries in an accident involving a recalled vehicle, consider hiring an attorney to seek compensation for the damages. Our firm offers free case reviews, so you don't have to break the bank to find out where your case stands. Additionally, personal injury cases are paid on a contingency fee basis. That means the client doesn't have to pay unless compensation is recovered. The team will fight tooth and nail to get you a fair settlement. So, give us a call to discuss your legal options today.Brian O. Sutter has been Board Certified in Florida Workers’ Compensation since 1990 and re-certified in 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010 and 2015.