Searcy Denney recently became aware of safety concerns with the seats used in Bass Pro’s bass boats. According to the Coast Guard’s safety alert, the casting seats break at the connection between the seatback and base, which can result in head, neck, and back injuries.
Injuries Resulting from Defective Bass Tracker Seatbacks
Our Florida produce defect lawyers are looking to work with boat owners who have experienced injuries because of the defective bass tracker seatback. These injuries may include:
- Fall Injuries – If the seat back gives way without warning, a user can fall backward suddenly, which can result in head, neck, or spinal injuries, especially if the driver strikes a hard surface like a deck, tackle box, or boat edge.
- Concussion or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) – Falling backward from a seated position on a boat, especially on a raised casting seat, increases the risk of striking the back of the head—potentially causing a concussion or more severe brain trauma.
- Neck and Back Trauma – Whiplash, fractured vertebrae, herniated discs, and chronic pain can result from the jarring impact of a seatback failure.
In extreme cases a user could be thrown from the boat and into the water, leading to a drowning hazard, especially if not wearing a life jacket or if unconscious. Further, if the driver affected is operating the trolling motor, a fall could disrupt navigation and lead to collisions or further accidents.
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