What is the difference between a motorcycle accident claim and a product liability claim?

Motorcycle accident claims and product liability claims are two types of legal claims that are handled very differently. Motorcycle accident claims are those involving the injuries or death of a motorcycle rider situated in California. These claims arise from the negligent or reckless actions of a driver or other party involved in the accident. These claims may include compensation for pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost wages and other damages. Product liability claims, on the other hand, involve injuries or death that result from a defective motor vehicle, motorcycle or other product. These claims arise from the faulty design, manufacture or marketing of a product, and may include recovery for economic losses such as medical costs and lost wages, and non-economic damages such as pain and suffering. Motorcycle accident claims and product liability claims vary in the basis for the legal action, the type of relief that may be available, and the types of evidence required. To succeed in a motorcycle accident claim in California, the injured party must prove that negligence or recklessness of the driver or other party caused the accident and the resulting losses. In contrast, to prevail in a product liability claim, the injured party must prove that the product was defective in design, manufacture or marketing and the defect was the cause of the injury or death.

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