Scooter Injuries on the Rise: What Riders Need to Know
As more people turn to scooters as a means of transportation, the number of people who are injured in accidents has risen dramatically. If you have been hurt in a scooter accident that was someone else’s fault, an experienced Lakewood personal injury attorney at The Frickey Law Firm can represent you in a claim or lawsuit.
E-scooter accident cases are by no means easy. Not only are there more possible defendants than in other types of personal injury cases, but there could also be more variables that apply to your legal action. By no means is this legal process one that you should undertake on your own.
You can put yourself in a stronger legal position when you contact an experienced Lakewood e-scooter injury lawyer at The Frickey Law Firm. You never owe us anything unless you win your case.
E-Scooter Accidents Are Occurring with Increasing Frequency
The number of scooter-related injuries has been steadily increasing in recent years, as more people have turned to electric micromobility devices for their own personal transportation. In 2020, the number of scooter-related hospitalizations surpassed that of bicycle riders. Further, scooter injuries tend to be more dangerous because of the speed and unpredictability of the vehicle. More than half of scooter-related hospitalizations typically require some type of surgical procedure. If you have been injured in a scooter accident, you should know the following about your legal rights.
There May Be Several Potential Defendants in Your Case
You would see financial compensation from the person or company that was to blame for your scooter accident injuries. Who you are able to sue depends on the circumstances. There may even be more than one potential defendant in your case.
Possible defendants in a scooter accident lawsuit:
- The driver of a car that was involved in the accident when they did something like strike you from behind or injure you when they made an illegal turn
- The manufacturer of a defective scooter in a product liability lawsuit
- The company that rented you the scooter when they failed to properly inspect and maintain it
- The local government for their failure to properly maintain the streets in a reasonable condition
Your e-scooter injury attorney would conduct a complete investigation of the accident to learn who may be responsible.
Your Compensation Is Tied to the Severity of Your Injuries
If you are able to prove that someone else was legally responsible for your scooter injury, you would then proceed to discuss compensation, or prove your damages to the jury. The amount of money that you would receive is a function of both how badly you have been injured and the amount of available insurance coverage.
Your e-scooter injury lawyer would negotiate with the insurance company to maximize the amount of compensation that you could receive. Your lawyer provides value by helping you learn how much your case is worth and applying legal pressure to the insurance company to pay the full amount.
You May Be Facing a Difficult Legal Process
No matter who you are suing or seeking compensation from in an e-scooter accident, you can expect it to take a considerable amount of time to qualify for and receive your money. Any insurance provider or company that is involved in your case does not want to write you a check for the full amount of money that you deserve. You may need to file a lawsuit and negotiate extensively before you can reach a settlement. If you are unable to reach an agreement with the defendant, you would need to take your case to trial for a jury to decide the matter.
You Should Hire an E-Scooter Accident Lawyer
It is virtually impossible for the average e-scooter accident victim to get the full amount of compensation they are entitled to without the help of an experienced attorney. When you are dealing with any insurance company, you can expect that some tough tactics will be used in an attempt to deny you the full amount of compensation. You can leave the hard work to your e-scooter accident lawyer because they know exactly how to deal with these insurance companies. The time to hire an attorney is now, so you can be in a position to move legally when you are ready.
Contact a Lakewood E-Scooter Injury Law Firm Today
If you have been injured in an e-scooter accident, reach out to The Frickey Law Firm for legal help. We can investigate the accident and gather the evidence that you need to win your case, should you have one. You can schedule a free initial consultation with an e-scooter accident lawyer by messaging us online or by calling us today at 303-237-7373.
Attorney Janet Frickey wants to do the right thing. An impassioned litigator and client advocate for more than 40 years, Ms. Frickey is the owner and managing attorney of The Frickey Law Firm who focuses in workers’ compensation and personal injury. Learn more here.