Case Studies: ATV Amputation Injury

Katie Qualls, three years old at the time, was riding in front of her dad on an American Sundiro 50cc four-wheel ATV when her foot became entangled in the chain/sprocket. As a result of the negligently designed sharp edged metal sprocket guard, all of the toes on one foot were amputated. It should be noted that there were at least three other similar cases against the same manufacturer in Arkansas and Louisiana. The case was settled in mediation for a lump sum and lifetime structured settlement.