By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) can be great fun for children and adults alike; unfortunately, these same recreational vehicles are the cause or mechanism of thousands upon thousands of personal injuries and, in some instances, the deaths of children. Just because an…
Articles Posted in All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
What Are the Legal Rights of a Child Injured in an Off Road Dirt Bike and / or ATV Accident?
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Michigan and other States, children, at times, are the unfortunate victims of personal injuries resulting from off road dirt bike and / or ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) accidents. Parents and other adults should take all necessary precautions and steps…
Researchers Report on Frequency and Dangers of ATV Crashes and Risks to Children
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles) are popular with children and teens. Unfortunately, many children and teens suffer serious personal injuries and, in some instances, death as as result of an ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) accident. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)…
Race Track Tragic Death of 6 Year Old Boy Reported in Circleville Ohio
By Will Brown, Attorney & David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network An Ohio boy tragically died at Circleville Raceway Park. The six year old was diving his go-cart in a private session at the race track when he was hit by a motorcycle. Officials report that the…
South Carolina Law Aims to Reduce Injuries and Increase Safety for Children on ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network South Carolina is one of six states that do not have laws regulating All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). However, this could change if a new law, named Chandler’s Law is voted into legislation. The law aims to reduce child personal injuries for…
ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) Accident Results in Personal Injuries to Children in Wisconsin
By Jonathan Safran, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network Two young boys collided head on while driving ATVs (all terrain vehicles) in Maine, Wisconsin. The two boys, ages 10 and 12, were on private property and some how did not see one another until they…
CBS News Reports on Dangers of Personal Injury to Children from ATV (All Terrain Vehicles)
By David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network With summer officially here, outdoor activities are on the rise. CBS news correspondent, Susan Koeppen, conducted an investigation on children usage of adult-sized, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stated in the month of April, ATVs were…
Child Safety Advocates Push for More Restrictive ATV Laws in Massachusetts
By Ryan E. Alekman, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Massachusetts, child safety advocates are trying to get tougher or more restrictive All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) legislation put in place. Currently, Massachusetts laws allows a child 10 years of age and older to ride…
Dangers of ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles) Man Dies in Cleveland Georgia
By Stephanie F. Brown, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Georgia and other States, adults and children enjoy riding ATVs (All Terrain Vehicles). ATV riding can be quite dangerous as well. It is important for adults and children riding ATVs to follow safety precautions…
Dr. Shannon Smith – Mississippi Pediatric Rehabilitation Doctor Urges for ATV Helmet Law
By Jay Foster, Attorney and David Wolf, Attorney Published by Child Injury Lawyer Network In Mississippi and other states, emergency rooms and pediatricians are called upon to treat children who suffer head injuries as a result of an ATV accident or incident. Dr. Shannon Smith is a pediatric rehabilitation doctor…