Do you own a WeatherBeeta USA riding saddle? If so, you may be interested to know that the item was recalled on March 19, 2019 because the screws on the saddles were too short. This resulted in the saddle’s girth coming apart from the saddle tree, which can cause the rider to fall. The recall involves the following models:
- Warwick Close Contact Saddle
- Triumph Jump Saddle
- Scholar All Purpose Saddle with Round Cantle
- Lectern Dressage Saddle
- Intellect Dressage Saddle
- Integrity Mono Dressage Saddle
- Houghton All Purpose Saddle
- Honour Close Contact Saddle
- Hartpury Dressage Saddle
- Graduate Close Contact Saddle
- Esteem Dressage Saddle
- Degree Mono Event Saddle
- Chatsworth Dressage Saddle
- Chatsworth All Purpose Saddle
- Burghley Dressage Saddle
- Bitcon All Purpose Saddle
All recalled saddles were purchased between August 2016 and October 2018 for approximately $400 to $1,350. They were sold at various stores and online retailers, including Carousel Tack Shoppe, Strafford Saddlery, Rocking B Saddle Shop, and online at www.StateLineTack.com. Customers are asked to stop using the saddle immediately and contact WeatherBeeta USA to arrange for a free repair.
Are you one of many consumers that own one of the recalled saddles? Were you injured from a fall because of the defective screws in the saddle? Obviously, a free repair isn’t going to help with medical bills and other financial burdens that you are dealing with through no fault of your own. To learn about your rights and legal options, contact the product defect accident lawyers of Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible.
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How You can be Harmed by a Defective WeatherBeeta USA Saddle
As we mentioned, the reason for the recall by WeatherBeeta is due to the fact that the screws on certain models are too short. This clearly impacts the product’s safety, since the parts of the saddle are not properly secured to one another. The biggest problem is the possibility of detachment between the saddle girth and tree. As a result, the rider can fall off the horse and be seriously injured or even killed.
It can’t be denied that people are inherently at risk of injuries when they are riding a horse. But using a defective saddle significantly increases the odds of being injured. Those who are using a recalled WeatherBeeta USA saddle can end up with a variety of injuries, such as:
- Cuts and abrasion
- Wrist / ankle sprain
- Broken bones
- Damage to your ligaments and tendons (soft tissue injuries)
- Joint dislocation
- Broken hip or pelvis
- Neck or spinal cord injury
- Traumatic brain injuries, like concussion and skull fracture
- Ruptured internal organs
- Lost or broken teeth
- Slipped or herniated disc
- Paralysis
Some of these injuries have the potential to cause death or permanent disability. This can affect your ability to work, do basic tasks, and engage in activities you enjoyed prior to the accident. Those who suffered bodily harm because of a defective riding saddle should talk to a lawyer about filing a product liability lawsuit.
How is Weatherbeeta USA Responsible for My Injuries?
All product manufacturers have a duty to the general public when it comes to the safety and efficacy of their products. To meet this standard of commitment, companies must test the product, follow safety guidelines, use high quality materials, and take other actions before an item is available for sale.
With the defect on the recalled saddles by WeatherBeeta, it’s clear that the company failed to take certain measures that would have ensured the product’s safety. It is unacceptable that 16 models of their saddles have screws that are too short to keep the saddle’s girth and tree from detaching. This is a clear case of the manufacturer breaching their duty of care to the consumer.
Would you like more information on suing WeatherBeeta USA for injuries caused by a defective riding saddle? A defective product lawsuit attorney is here to assist you 24/7, so don’t hesitate to give us a call.
Important Steps to Take after an Accident
What you do after an accident is critical to building a strong foundation for an accident claim against a product manufacturer. Below, we have some steps that can help you reach a successful outcome if you plan on seeking monetary damages for a WeatherBeeta USA riding saddle accident:
- Seek medical attention immediately by calling 911 or going to the hospital
- Take photos of your injuries and the product responsible for the accident
- Do not throw away the saddle or try to alter it in any way, as you will need it for evidence
- Report the incident to WeatherBeeta USA
- Do not accept any offer from the company (refund, repair service, new product, etc.)
- Say no if the company asks you to send back the defective product
- Keep a collection of all medical records and other documents / physical evidence that has to do with your case
- Reach out to a law firm with experience in lawsuits against negligent product manufacturers.
- If the company sends you any paperwork, have it reviewed by an attorney to ensure that you understand what you are agreeing to.
Contact a Recalled Product Injury Attorney
Products with flaws have the potential to harm countless lives, which is why manufacturers must be held accountable when something they sell has a notable defect. This is particularly true with items like riding saddles, which are made to provide stability to the rider and keep them from falling off the horse. Sadly, a defective saddle can be the source of permanent injuries to an innocent victim.
The lawyers of Normandie are prepared to assist you with a recalled riding saddle injury claim against WeatherBeeta USA. By contacting us today, you can hire a lawyer with experience in dangerous products for $0. Once we obtain your settlement from WeatherBeeta, we will deduct the portion that’s means for legal fees, meaning we get paid at the same time you do. More importantly, you do not owe us anything if we fail to secure payment on your behalf.
As you can see, there is nothing to lose by reaching out and talking to a defective riding saddle accident attorney. Contact Normandie Law Firm to schedule a private consultation, completely free of charge.
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