Arctic Cat Prowler lawsuits are being reviewed
The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. are evaluating the potential for Arctic Cat Prowler lawsuits on behalf of individuals who have suffered severe fractures or other injuries when the side-by-side ATV rolled over under normal operating conditions. Design features could make the off road side by side more prone to rollover, and a lack of safety features may leave riders exposed to a risk of severe and life-threatening injuries in a crash.
Arctic Cat Prowler
The Arctic Cat Prowler is advertised as a “Multi-Rider All Terrain Vehicle (ATV)”, but it has also been referred to as a Side by Side, Recreational Utility Vehicle (RUV) or Utility Vehicle (UTV). It features two seats next to each other with a flat bed in the back. Although it appears similar to the traditional utility vehicles, such as the John Deere Gator and Kawasaki Mule, it is designed to ride like a recreational ATV, with a powerful engine. It has similar design features to the Yamaha Rhino side by side, which has been found to rollover at speeds as low as 13 miles per hour on flat surfaces.
Our product liability lawyers currently represent individuals who are pursuing Yamaha Rhino lawsuits as a result of design defects which make that vehicle very unstable. Similar to the Rhino ATV design, the Arctic Cat Prowler has a high center of gravity on a narrow wheel base with a very powerful engine. It also lacks certain safety features which could allow riders’ legs and arms to fall out of the vehicle during a rollover accident.
Side by side vehicles are a relatively new breed of the traditional Utility Vehicles (UTV) and All Terrain Vehicles (ATV). Since they appear similar to a Jeep or dune buggy, they have become very popular as a family vehicle and among less experienced riders. Other manufacturers have also been entering the market for Side X Side off roaders, with vehicles such as:
- Polaris Ranger RZR
- Kawasaki Teryx
- Joyner Commando
REVIEW AN ARTIC CAT PROWLER LAWSUIT
If you, a friend or family member have suffered a severe fracture of the arm or leg, or another severe injury as a result of being crushed under the weight of an Arctic Cat Prowler in a rollover accident, our lawyers would like to review the circumstances surrounding the crash to help determine if financial compensation may be available. Potential Arctic Cat Prowler lawsuits are being reviewed throughout the United States, and there are no fees or expenses unless a recovery is ultimately obtained. To have a potential case evaluated, request a free consultation.
