It is safe to say that the Remington Model 700 is one of the most popular rifles ever built.
It has been around for decades, and reports show that about 7.5 million firearms left the shelves from 1962 to 2006.
However, the gun allegedly has a potentially deadly defect. Owners claim that the trigger mechanism is defective, and the gun can fire on its own, even if the person does not squeeze the trigger. So far, this has allegedly been linked to over 100 injuries and two dozen fatalities.
Remington has taken steps forward, such as saying that they will replace the triggers at no cost to the owners. However, not all owners are doing it, and it is a monumental task to switch that many out. Millions of unsafe firearms remain.
Hunters and target shooters are always taught about gun safety. One of the main points of any safety class is that you never put your finger on the trigger unless you are ready to take the shot. Therein lies the danger with this apparent defect. A person could follow that rule to the letter and still have the gun go off unintentionally. This can give some people a false sense of security, thinking that they're not doing anything dangerous, when the reality is far different.
Accidents with firearms can easily turn deadly or lead to life-changing injuries. All it takes is a split-second and one defective part to turn a popular rifle into a serious risk. If you have lost a loved one, you need to know all the legal options you have.