Throughout California, there are dozens of services that aim to make it more environmentally safe to get around, including e-scooters, and a Long Beach car accident lawyer can help. When accidents happen to them, it is not always easy to know what to do or who is responsible. If you were hurt in an accident riding a scooter, our Long Beach Lime and Bird e-Scooter accident lawyer at Venerable Injury Law, with a former judge on our team, want to help you get results.
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Common Causes of e-Scooter Accidents in Long Beach
Accidents with electronic bikes, or e-scooters, are not uncommon. When on the road with them, drivers should treat them like any other bike or motorcycle rider, but that is not what always happens. Some of the most common causes of Long Beach Lime and Bird e-scooter accidents that our Long Beach personal injury lawyers see include the following:
- Poor visibility. Many times, drivers do not look for or pay attention to e-scooters, and that puts those riders at risk even when they have the right of way. Because they are smaller, it is harder to spot them.
- Distracted driving. A very common cause of accidents like this has to do with distracted driving, such as talking or texting on the phone, eating or drinking, or applying makeup behind the wheel.
- Scooter malfunctions. It is not uncommon for e-scooters to fail to work suddenly, causing a very high risk of injury in those who are riding on them. Brakes, acceleration problems, and failed batteries are some of those causes.
When an e-scooter accident occurs, your priority should be to get the medical care you need and to file a claim with the police. After that, we encourage you to contact our Long Beach Lime and Bird e-scooter accident attorney to discuss your case. Do not simply settle your claim without knowing all of your rights in these matters, and review our verdicts and settlements to see how we have helped people just like you.
We will work tirelessly to help you recover the compensation you need to move forward with your life
Determining Fault in e-Scooter Personal Injury Cases
In our experience as Long Island Bird and Lime e-Scooter accident attorneys, we can tell you that proving fault in these cases can be a challenge for many reasons. When an accident like this occurs, gather as much evidence as you can to document the scene and provide valuable details to the insurance company. To determine fault, we need to look at all factors in the case and gather information such as:
- Evidence from the police report to document what the police officer responding at the scene believes occurred.
- Photos or videos from other people or in the surrounding area, such as traffic cameras, to substantiate your claims.
- Witness statements to validate what you believe occurred based on what they saw happen.
- Accident recreation to show how the accident likely took place.
- Documentation of other malfunctions in e-scooters from the company, such as demonstrating that their products were inferior or poorly manufactured or designed.
In most situations, this evidence will make it clear who is to blame for your accident on an e-scooter. This provides the foundation of the legal steps our Lime and Bird e-scooter accident attorney in Long Beach will take to help you prove your case. Keep in mind numerous parties could be responsible.
The Driver Who Hit You May Be Responsible
In many cases, the driver who failed to notice or was operating their vehicle negligently is responsible for the injuries you have. In this situation, our attorneys will estimate the value of your losses and then file a claim with that driver’s liability insurance coverage to maximize your claim. If they fail to provide compensation owed to you, expect our attorneys to fight for you by filing a lawsuit.
The Truck Driver and Employer That Hit You
In situations where a truck driver struck your vehicle, you can expect our Lime and Bird e-scooter accident lawyers in Long Beach to determine if the company that they were working for is also to blame. If the truck driver was operating the vehicle without the proper license or the vehicle was in poor condition, the trucking company may also be responsible for the injuries you have. We will evaluate evidence to determine what your specific situation could lead to, including suing both parties.
We will treat you with the respect and compassion you deserve.
The e-Scooter Company
There are times when Lime or Bird or another e-scooter company could be responsible for the injuries and losses you have. If they provided e-scooters to their customers and those scooters failed to work as expected, but that failure led to your accident, you can expect our legal team to work to hold those companies responsible. They have the legal obligation to maintain those vehicles and ensure they are safe to be on the roadway.
The Company Manufacturing the e-Scooter
Another possible situation involves the eScooter’s failure to function properly or a defective design that leads to your accident. In situations like this, we need to look at the evidence in your case and others to verify the manufacturer’s defective product. These are large-scale claims that we highly suggest contacting our experienced attorneys about if you believe they apply to your situation.
Know What Your e-Scooter Accident is Worth
After determining fault in your Lime and Bird e-Scooter accident in Long Beach, our Long Beach Lime and Bird e-Scooter accident attorneys will then estimate the losses you have by looking at all factors impacting your situation, including the pain and emotional trauma you suffered and financial losses. Maximizing this claim is critical to helping you to recover from this accident. Some of the losses you may be owed in accidents like this include:
- Medical expenses related to the accident and your ongoing recovery
- Financial losses associated with missing time at work due to your injuries
- Losses related to pain and suffering
With years of experience, you can expect us to maximize your claim by pursuing every aspect that may apply to your situation. Bird and Lime are large e-scooter companies, but holding them or another party responsible is not easy. Let us fight for you and your full and fair compensation. Review our FAQs to learn more.
You are not just a case number – you are our top priority.
Contact Our Long Beach Lime and Bird e-Scooter Accident Lawyers Now
Put your trust in Venerable Injury Law for help after your accident. Our Long Beach Lime and Bird e-Scooter accident lawyer is ready to help you. Set up a free consultation now.
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