On March 20, 2018, Briggs & Stratton recalled approximately 18,000 of their riding lawnmowers. Based on recall number 18-127, the riding mowers could malfunction while being driven in reverse—the mowing function could unintentionally active and harm bystanders. The recall includes Briggs & Stratton’s Snapper, Simplicity, and Massey Ferguson riding mowers.
The recall includes a total of twenty-eight models of the Snapper, Simplicity, and Massey Ferguson mowers. The affected model numbers can be found below:
- 2691325
- 2691326
- 2691329
- 2691330
- 2691331
- 2691332
- 2691333
- 2691334
- 2691335
- 2691336
- 2691337
- 2691338
- 2691339
- 2691340
- 2691341
- 2691343
- 2691345
- 2691346
- 2691361
- 2691406
- 2691407
- 2691415
- 2691418
- 2691419
- 2691450
- 7800950
- 7800951
- 7800952
To view the twenty-eight model’s serial numbers that were affected by the recall, click here. The riding mowers that were affected were sold between August 2016 and January 2018 at prices ranging from $1,500 and $13,000. The recall advises consumers who own a recalled lawnmower to stop using the product and contact the company to request a free repair. Although no injuries have been reported, the risk of injury exists.
Do you own a Briggs & Stratton riding mower that was affected by the recall? Did you or a member of your family suffer injuries as a result of the lawnmowers malfunction? If the defective mower caused any injuries, you must take legal action as soon as possible. You should not allow the company to repair the defective mower; you must contact our law firm as soon as possible.
Normandie Law Firm is a firm dedicated to helping the victims of defective products. If you were injured by a defective product, you have the right to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. You must contact our law firm as soon as possible. Our experienced defective product attorneys will evaluate your current situation and give you the legal guidance you need to file a claim. In the following sections, you will find information that should help you gain an understanding of your rights after being affected by a defective product. Although you should find the sections informative, you should not interpret the information provided as legal advice. If you are interested in receiving legal advice about your current situation, you must speak to our defective product attorneys.
The Hazard
According to the recall issued by Briggs & Stratton, the riding lawnmowers can malfunction and injure bystanders. The recall claims that the lawnmowers’ reverse-mow switch can malfunction. When the lawnmower is being driven in reverse, the mowing function could unintentionally activate and injure any bystanders. Common injuries caused by lawnmowers include cuts, burns, broken bones, and open fractures. These injuries can cause damage to the skin, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. In severe injuries to the limbs, the injuries could be irreparable and require amputations. In addition to physical injuries, victims might experience mental and emotional distress as a result of their injuries. For example, they might suffer from depression as a result of their scars. Common mental and emotional afflictions suffered by victims include anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. If you or a loved one were affected by a defective lawnmower, you must seek legal action as soon as possible. The defective product attorneys at Normandie Law Firm will help you file your lawsuit against the party liable for your injuries.
Company Liability
Who is liable for the injuries caused by a defective lawnmower? If your injuries were a result of defects in the products design, manufacturing process, or labeling, the company might be liable. All companies have a duty to ensure that all their products are safe for use before they are released to consumers. If they release products without ensuring that they are safe, they can harm innocent victims and cause severe injuries. If you were injured by a defective product, you have the right to sue the liable party. However, you must take the appropriate steps to protect your right to sue. If you follow the instructions on the recall and contact the company for a repair or a refund, you might lose the evidence necessary to file a lawsuit. If you were injured by a defective product, you must take the following steps:
- Seek medical attention. Your injuries must be treated by a medical professional. When you get medical assistance, you also create a connection between your incident with the lawnmower and your injuries.
- Do not try to repair the product. If you noticed the defect after the incident, you must not try to address and fix the problem. If you alter the lawnmower in any way, you are destroying essential evidence that might help you prove your claim. If you alter the product, the company might also attempt to blame the defect and the accident on you and your alterations. This includes any free repairs that the company might be offering—any repairs will destroy the evidence you need to file your claim.
- Do not return the product. If you return the product, you are destroying the evidence you need for your claim.
- Keep all documents and records. You must keep copies of all records and documents associated with your incident, including order confirmations, receipts, and medical records, for example.
For more information on establishing liability and preparing for your claim, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible. Our defective product lawyers will evaluate your situation and help you file a product liability lawsuit.
Compensation Available
If you file a product liability lawsuit, you might be eligible to receive compensation. The type of compensation you might receive depends on the specific details of your claim; therefore, it is essential that you contact our law firm and allow our defective product attorneys to evaluate your claim. Many victims are eligible to recover the following forms of compensation:
- Medical costs
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Funeral and burial costs
- Punitive damages
For more information about the compensation you might receive, you must contact our attorneys as soon as possible. Our attorneys will evaluate your claim and explain how the different factors of your claim could affect the compensation you receive. Our defective product attorneys will always fight for your right to receive the maximum amount of compensation. When you allow our lawyers to handle your claim, you can trust that you will receive the highest amount of compensation available for your claim.
Statute of Limitations
If you were injured as a result of a defective product, you must file your claim within the statute of limitations. A statute of limitations is a timeline—or a deadline to sue—that applies to all claims; it establishes the length of time that plaintiffs have to file their claims. If you do not file your claim within the deadline established by the statute of limitations, you might lose your right to sue. Victims who were injured by defective products are subject to a two-year statute of limitations; therefore, they must file their claims within two years. Although the statute of limitations is a strict deadline, some exceptions might toll and extend the time you have to sue. For more information about the statute of limitations and any exceptions that might apply to your claim, you must contact our law firm as soon as possible.
Normandie Law Firm
If you were injured by a defective product, you must contact Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible. Normandie Law Firm is a firm dedicated to helping all victims injured by defective products. No company should release products without ensuring that it is safe for consumer use; if you were injured by an unsafe product, our attorneys will help you file a lawsuit. At our law firm, we believe that all victims should have access to comprehensive legal assistance. Because of that, we offer free consultations and free second opinions. During our free consultations and free second opinions, our attorneys will answer all your questions and address all your concerns. If you were left with doubts after speaking with an incompetent attorney, our experienced defective product attorneys will get your claim back on the right track and give you all the information you need to file a lawsuit. If you are interested in speaking with our attorneys, you must contact our law firm and request to schedule a free consultation or free second opinion.
Our free legal services are available through our Zero-Fee guarantee. Our Zero-Fee guarantee ensures that our clients never have to worry about paying any upfront legal fees for any of our legal services. Our law firm is also strictly based on contingency; therefore, our clients will not have to pay any legal fees until our attorneys win their case. If you do not win your lawsuit and receive the compensation you deserve, you will not be required to pay any fees. Do not hesitate to contact our defective product law firm—our product liability attorneys are ready to help you file a lawsuit against the party liable for your injuries.
