UNDERSTANDING LIABILITY IN SCOOTER ACCIDENTS
Because many different factors can cause accidents, various parties can be held liable, including scooter riders, others on the road, or the scooter company or manufacturer. To recover compensation for losses, you must prove that the at-fault party’s negligence resulted in an accident.
Our Los Angeles electric scooter attorneys have extensive experience assessing accidents and can thoroughly investigate your case to determine liability and seek maximum compensation on your behalf.
WHO CAN BE HELD LIABLE IN AN E-SCOOTER ACCIDENT?
There are numerous different parties that can be held accountable after an accident for the damages that occur. Some of the parties include:
- Rider – If a pedestrian is hit by a scooter, the rider is likely at fault for the damages if negligence is deemed to be the cause. Some of the types of negligence would be:
- Speeding
- Failure to brake
- Distracted riding
- Driver of the motor vehicle – In the case of an accident between a motor vehicle and an e-scooter, the driver can be held liable if he or she is found to have been driving in a negligence fashion.
- E-scooter company – In the case of a faulty device, the company that manufactured the scooter can be found liable.
- Pedestrian – If the accident was the result of a pedestrian’s negligence, such as walking while distracted while looking at their phone, they may be held liable.
If you need assistance knowing who to file a claim against, our team can help you hold the faulty party liable.
COMMON CAUSES OF ACCIDENTS
Electric scooters can travel up to 15 mph, which can be dangerous when the rider is navigating California’s crowded streets. Any number of factors could result in an accident. The most common causes of electric scooter accidents include:
- Unsafe use by riders: using scooters on sidewalks instead of bike lanes, riding with multiple people on one scooter, using scooters in prohibited areas
- Mechanical failures: brake malfunctions, defective batteries, wheel locks, loose handlebars
- Road hazards: potholes, raised ground, water on roads, construction zones
- Pedestrian/bike/vehicle collisions: attempting to avoid scooter riders, distracted driving
- Improperly stored scooters: trips and falls over scooters left on walkways, in front of buildings, or in vehicle parking spots
No matter the cause of a scooter accident, a lawyer in Los Angeles could help determine eligibility for a lawsuit.
What to Do after an Accident
If you have been injured in a scooter accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, your situation will be specific to you. This said, however, there are important steps that everyone in your position should take.
Seek the Medical Attention You Need
The most important order of business after a scooter accident is prioritizing your health and well-being. After moving out of the line of traffic, you should call 911 and accept the emergency medical care and transportation offered at the scene.
If you do not receive medical care at the scene, you should get checked out by your medical provider as soon after the accident as possible. The bottom line is that very serious injuries can be asymptomatic early on, and the adrenaline rush and shock you experience can mask serious symptoms.
Early diagnosis and treatment of injuries are so closely associated with improved health outcomes that it is always advisable to get checked out after an accident. It is also important to carefully adhere to your medical team’s guidance and instructions, which includes attending all follow-up appointments.
Finally, it is against the law to leave the scene of an accident. And doing so is not in the best interest of your claim or your recovery.
Be Mindful of What You Say
The less you say at the scene of an accident, the better. While you should answer the basic questions put to you by the police as succinctly and truthfully as possible, you should limit what you say beyond this.
It is only normal to be rattled following an accident, and it is also human nature to express regret. However, saying that you are sorry at this juncture – even in a very general sense – can come back to haunt your claim.
The truth is that the insurance company that handles your claim is in the business of making money, and they will take every advantage they can in their efforts to do so. This includes carefully considering all your remarks and, wherever possible, shaping their meaning to something that weakens your claim. It is a good idea to stay off social media while your claim is pending for exactly the same reason.
Consult with a Dedicated Scooter Accident Attorney Early On
The sooner you have our skilled Los Angeles attorneys backing you up after a scooter accident, the better protected your rights and your rightful compensation will be.
Why Hire an Attorney
There are many good reasons for hiring a seasoned Los Angeles scooter accident lawyer.
There Is No Reason to Hesitate in Relation to Cost
After a scooter accident, you are likely facing mounting medical bills as well as a decrease in earnings, and the cost of hiring an attorney may give you pause. The good news is that most scooter accident lawyers work on contingency, which means you will not owe anything until your claim is resolved. Only if you receive a settlement or court award will your legal counsel receive a prearranged percentage.
We Are Well Prepared to Skillfully Navigate the Legal Intricacies Ahead
Scooter accident claims are legally challenging, and accurately assessing the compensation you deserve as well as obtaining it requires legal insight and skill. Your knowledgeable lawyer will leave no stone unturned in their efforts on your behalf, and they have the experience, resources, and drive to back this up.
In the end, having a savvy attorney on your side can make a difference in terms of how your claim is resolved. This can translate to receiving just compensation that covers your full range of losses, which is key to your recovery.
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