There is a recall for round 2,300 Collegiate English Horse-Riding Saddles by Weatherbeeta due to the potential for serious injuries. The saddle’s rivet or stirrup bar can break and result in the rider falling off the horse. Models of saddles included in the recall are listed below:
- Degree Mono Event
- Graduate Close Contact
- Honour Close Contact
- Integrity Mono Dressage
- Lectern Dressage
- Warwick Close Contact
- Lectern
The saddles, which measure between 15 and 18 inches, have “Collegiate” branded on the saddle and stirrup keeper. The items were sold in leather or synthetic in black or brown. All models of the Lectern saddle are included in the recall. As for the other models, only saddles with manufacturing dates between March 2019 and July 2023 are being recalled. To locate the manufacturing date, please refer to the last 6 digits of the serial number below the “Made in” label (date is in MM-YYYY format)
Please stop using these saddles immediately and contact Weatherbeeta for instructions on how to return the product and receive a replacement saddle. However, we want to point out that at least 1 person has been injured from a fall, and there have been 12 accidents that were reported to the manufacturer. As the victim of one or more injuries, you deserve more than a replacement saddle for your harm and suffering.
Our team of product accident injury attorneys can talk to you about your rights and fight for the compensation you are entitled to. Contact our law firm to schedule a free initial case review.
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Possible Injuries from Falling off a Horse
Riding a horse always comes with a degree of risk, but proper riding equipment can help minimize the potential for an accident. Unfortunately, a faulty saddle can increase the possibility of serious injuries, which include, but are not limited to:
- Sprains in the hands, ankles, and wrists
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Pelvic or hip fracture
- Fractured tailbone
- Ruptured internal organs
- Neck and/or spinal cord damage
These accidents can cause death based on the severity of injuries and related health complications. Even if the rider survives the accident, they may end up with brain damage or permanent disability, which are commonly associated with injuries to the brain, neck, and spinal cord. Family members of deceased victim may be entitled to compensation from a wrongful death lawsuit. A product liability lawsuit lawyer at our office can talk to you about the available legal options during a free consultation.
What are the Steps I Should Take after an Accident?
To maximize your chances of recovery from a product injury lawsuit, make sure to follow the steps we’ve listed below. If at any point you have questions or concerns about your legal rights, don’t hesitate to contact us:
- Go to an emergency room or hospital right away, as horse riding accidents can have serious consequences for your health.
- Take photos of your injuries, the cause of the accident (the damaged product), and the area of the accident.
- If anyone saw you being injured, get their contact information so that you can ask them for a witness statement.
- Call the manufacturer and notify them of the accident, but say no if they offer you a replacement product or some other remedy. Additionally, do not speak to them on a recorded line, as it’s easy to say something that can be used against you.
- Gather any evidence to show the harm and monetary losses resulting from the accident (medical records, damaged property estimates, proof of lost wages, etc.).
- Seek legal advice from an experienced product recall lawyer.
Is there a Class Action Lawsuit for Collegiate English Horse-Riding Saddles?
This recall was issued just a few days ago as of the writing of this article, so at this point, there is no class action lawsuit on this case. But there have been 12 accidents reported so far, and it’s only a matter of time before accident victims come forward to ask about their legal rights. A class action lawyer at our office can help you join a lawsuit with these people, but before you do that, you should be aware of how these lawsuits work and whether a class action claim is in your best interest.
Contact us today if you would like more information on filing a defective horse saddle class action lawsuit.
Call Normandie Law Firm
The manufacturer negligence attorneys of Normandie are here to advise you of your rights and legal options if you were harmed due to a defective Weatherbeeta Collegiate English Horse-Riding Saddle. By meeting with us for a free case evaluation, you can make an informed choice on whether to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit against the manufacturer.
We provide a Zero Fee Guarantee to all accident victims and their loved ones. In essence, there are no out of pockets costs to you if you hire us to handle your case. We only get paid by recovering your settlement, so if we don’t win your case, we make absolutely nothing.
Please give us a call to speak to a lawyer that can sue Weatherbeeta for injury or death from a recalled horse-riding saddle.
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