ATV, UTV, Snowmobile, Motorcycle Dirt Bike, Side-by-Side Expert Bill Uhl
Areas of Expertise: Accident Investigations
Based on over 55 years of experience, Court-Qualified Bill Uhl works for both plaintiffs and defendants regarding the following types of off-highway vehicle (OHV) incidents.
- Snowmobiles
- ATVs / all-terrain vehicles / quads / four-wheelers
- Motorcycle dirt bikes, including long-distance course lay out
- Dual sport motorcycles
- Utility vehicles (UTVs) / side by sides / RZRs / SxS
- Motocross, including racecourse design and construction safety
- Street motorcycles
- Other OHVs
- Mountain bicycle trails
- Incidents involving guided OHV recreational tours and rental companies. Examples: inadequate safety training for customers, trail route maintenance, mechanical maintenance
Mr. Uhl's work is also related to injuries associated with inadequate or inappropriate:
- OHV safety training
- Recreational trail construction
- Trail maintenance
- Mechanical maintenance
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Uhl has completed over 78 cases, working for both plaintiffs and defendants, providing the following services. Examples of testimonials written by other attorneys are at the bottom of this web page.
- Review and advice regarding case merits
- Specific expertise regarding Standard of Care and Safety and Training Issues regarding all types of off-road vehicles (such as ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles and motorcycle dirt bikes), OHV recreational facilities/tours, trail design and mechanical maintenance
- Trial preparation
- Exhibit preparation
- Deposition testimony
- Trial testimony
- Site visits and video and photo analysis
- Accident investigation
- Helping attorneys understand Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) guidelines for OHVs
- Simplifying complex information about safety and risk issues related to incidents and injuries (from vehicle mechanics to the physics of riding. Attorneys appreciate Uhl's ability to speak in language that juries understand.
EXPERIENCE:
- Sr. Instructor, OHVTraining.org, designated a “Preferred Training School”. Mr. Uhl has received positive evaluations and been asked to repeatedly train OHV users and instructors in agencies as diverse as Military Special Forces, other government agencies, Honda ATV test riders, Quest, T-Mobile, Kinder Morgan Natural Pipeline Company and Power Plants. Click here for a more complete list of Mr. Uhl's safety training clients.
- Service as a Court-Qualified Expert Witness/Consultant in over 78 completed cases
- Research and Development positions with OHV companies
- Co-owner, operator and lead mechanic of a retail store selling OHVs and street bikes for 26 years.
- Sponsored by OHV companies to represent the U.S. in international competitions
- Designing, constructing and maintaining recreational trails and races courses for over 20 years
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AWARDS:
- Inducted into the American Motorcycle Association International Hall of Fame for on and off-course expertise.
- Winner of five gold medals, as a representative for the U.S. during AMA / FIM-sanctioned International Six Day Trials / Enduro competitions (the Olympics of Motorcycling)
- Winner of other multiple awards and trophies in Observed Trials, Motocross, Class C and all types of long-distance cross-country racing around the world during 28 years of professional competition.
- Honored as a “Cross-Country Legend” by the AHRMA national organization.
- Awarded the prestigious Count Lurani TrophyNamed “Enduro Rider of the Year” by Motorcycle Magazine
- Over 50 years of experience riding in some of the most rugged terrain around the world under strict time constraints. Raced over 150,000 miles during the 28 years of competition in Europe and North America while sponsored as a competitor for the U.S.
EXAMPLES OF TESTIMONIALS WRITTEN BY OTHER ATTORNEYS:
Mr. Uhl has received many Letters of Recommendation from attorneys he has assisted. Contact us to receive copies of actual testimonial letters and to arrange your 15-minute complimentary consultation regarding your case.
Excerpts from Sample Letters of Recommendation:
Defense Cases Regarding Snowmobiling:
“Our firm has had the pleasure of utilizing Bill Uhl as an expert witness in the defense of two separate litigation cases involving snowmobile accidents. One case involved the defense of a snowmobile operator and the other, a premises operator. We have been fortunate to have been able to use Mr. Uhl for these cases, in which he provided expert opinions involving all aspects of the competitive and recreational sides of the snowmobile sport.
Mr. Uhl has a lifetime of experience ranging from a very technical and mechanical knowledge of the subject to that as an active participant with a practical and common sense understanding of how accidents occur. We know from working with him, that Mr. Uhl is equally well qualified in related subjects such as off road motorcycling and ATV subject areas.
Mr. Uhl takes a thorough, analytical and persuasive approach to the cases in which he is engaged and we recommend him highly.”
Signed by Attorneys William J. Ewald and Frederick C. Overdier on the letterhead of Braun Kendrick Finkbeiner, P.L.C.
Plaintiff Case Regarding a UTV Roll Over:
“Dear Mr. Uhl, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all of your hard work and insightful knowledge as you helped my client with a difficult UTV roll over case. I was very pleased with the knowledge you brought to the subject of off road UTV handling, characteristics and use. You were particularly helpful in explaining to me, in layman's terms, the physics behind what makes a UTV roll over onto its side. As you know, this case dealt with a serious and permanent crushing injury to the lower leg of a back seat, belted occupant. With your help, we were able to achieve a settlement of the case which ensures the victim will receive the medical treatment he will need in the future.
I would be happy to serve as a reference for your services and will not hesitate to call upon you in the future if the need arises for an expert in any type of off road vehicle crash or roll over. I would also not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone looking for an expert with regard to off road vehicles. Again, thank you for all of your help in this difficult case.”
Signed by Attorney Michael G. Hodgkins on the letterhead of Veron, Bice, Palermo & Wilson, LLC
Defense Case Regarding an ATV incident
“I am writing this letter in recommendation of consultant and expert witness Bill Uhl. My firm retained Mr. Uhl in connection with Edwards v. Colville Motor Sports, Inc., which was a catastrophic personal injury case. Mr. Uhl prepared a thorough written report identifying a number of issues in the case. He likewise conducted a post-accident simulation which was videotaped.
The case proceeded to trial and Bill was the final witness called for my client, the Defendant. Bill exuded credibility in the trial because of his unparalleled track record as a rider and trainer. He also found a way to convey his vast achievements to the jury with a measure of humility.
Bill did a wonderful job communicating the issues in the case to the jury. He is direct and unflinchingly honest. His exceptional knowledge of the deposition testimony and records in the case rendered cross-examination extremely difficult. I had very little to accomplish on re-direct since Bill did not miss a beat on cross!
The jury returned a defense verdict in my client's favor, and I believe Bill's assistance was instrumental in receiving that result. I would strongly recommend Bill as an expert witness.”
Signed by Attorney Markus W. Louvier on the letterhead of Evans, Craven & Lackie, P.I.
Plaintiff Case Regarding a Side-by-Side Incident:
“We recently completed a case on behalf of a child who suffered a head injury when a side-by-side utility vehicle tipped over. Mr. Bill Uhl was the primary liability expert for the case and his excellent work was instrumental in obtaining a $2 million policy-limits settlement for the child.
Mr. Uhl is a pleasure to work with. He is thorough in his preparation and has an excellent eye for details. He is extremely knowledgeable about ATVs and related off-road vehicles, and his expertise was quite helpful to us in our case preparation. He was prompt and responsive to our requests for expert assistance and also offered new insights and suggestions for developing the case.
I am an attorney of well over thirty years of experience, a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. I have worked with many expert witnesses over the years, with a range of experiences. We would be happy to work with Mr. Uhl again if the opportunity arises.”
Signed by Attorney Don Corson on the letterhead of The Corson & Johnson Law Firm
Plaintiff Case Regarding a Motorcycle Incident:
“Dear Mr. Uhl, I want to thank you for all the hard work that you did on this case. We were up against international companies with limitless resources, but with a claim that struck to the heart of how all motorcycle operators drive motorcycles. I believe you did an excellent job of reviewing and analyzing the thousands of pages of records and depositions and preparing a report addressing the manner in which the manufacturers, distributors and dealers all had a role in my client's accident.
I believe your background, experience and qualifications on the issues of motorcycle operation, and more specifically, dealership functions, were critical to our successful resolution of my client's action. I appreciate your thoroughness and willingness to discuss the issues in this litigation with me whether it be in the evenings or on weekends, to assist in preparation for depositions and other proceedings.
As I mentioned, if I have other matters involving motorcycles, motorcycle dealerships and the like, you will be my first call.”
Signed by Attorney Ken Fulginiti on the letterhead of Duffy + Partners
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