California E-scooter Accident Lawyer

Maison Law represents injured e-scooter accident victims in California. E-scooter accidents are more common than you might think, especially with so many convenient e-scooter routes in pedestrian-friendly cities like San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Diego. But despite the presence of dedicated bike lanes and safety laws, crashes between e-scooter riders and motor vehicles still occur, resulting in severe, life-altering injuries.

At Maison Law, we stand up for injured e-scooter riders and protect their right to compensation. Too many times, e-scooter riders are blamed for causing the accidents and fail t receive the financial compensation they need. So, if you’re suffering injuries, financial losses, and mental trauma from a scooter accident, our firm can help.

Contact Maison Law today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.

How a California E-Scooter Injury Lawyer Can Help

California has plenty to offer e-scooter riders. Whether you’re looking to cruise through Los Angeles or adventure down a scenic Central California coastal roads in Big Sur, California has plenty to offer e-scooter riders. However, with so many options across the Golden State, there is always an increased risk of injury when other motorists are not mindful of e-scooters.

If a careless driver causes you to suffer injuries on your e-scooter, then you can recover compensation for your damages through the driver’s insurance company. Unfortunately, injured victims are often neglected by insurance companies, only receiving the lowest amount possible for their injuries. On top of that, drivers frequently blame e-scooter riders for causing accidents on the road, further complicating their path toward compensation. That’s where Maison Law can help. We provide a quick and easy legal process for injured e-scooter riders by:

• Providing proof of carelessness by the other driver
• Protect you from liability
• Ensuring you’re fully compensated for your damages

Get a Free Consultation

Maison Law offers a free consultation to all injured victims in California. Our Personal Injury Attorneys are here to discuss the details of your incident at no cost to you and evaluate if you have an injury claim and the next steps you should take. Everything you discuss with us is protected under attorney-client privilege, even if you decide not to take legal action. For more information, contact us today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.

Damage You Can Claim After Being Injured in an E-scooter Accident

At Maison Law, we understand that a personal injury lawsuit is your once chance at fair compensation for all you’ve had to endure after an e-scooter accident. That’s why our firm has created a simple way to get your accident claim settled and paid out to you quickly and efficiently. We get you what you need financially to rebuild your life. Unlike so many other law firms in California, we do not want to waste years of your life by dragging your case through the legal system. With our representation, we will take swift legal action and negotiate fair compensation on your behalf based on the following damages:

• Economic damages: financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
  • Medical bills
  • Lost Wages
  • Loss of future potential earnings
  • Loss of property
  • Cost of property repair or replacement
• Non-economic damages: these are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Depression
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Anxiety
  • Loss of consortium
• Punitive damages: these are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
  • Reckless behavior (DUI, street racing)
  • Actions performed out of spite

What to Do After an E-Scooter Accident

If you’re involved in a traumatic e-scooter accident, it can be tough to think straight and know what you’re supposed to do next. We’ve provided you with the following steps to not only protect your right to compensation, but to begin building a strong case:

• Seek medical attention immediately: Even if your injuries seem minor (which is unlikely in an e-scooter accident), they can manifest into something much worse weeks later. So, it is recommended to check in with a doctor to make sure everything is okay.
• Get a Police Report (if applicable) or injury report: Failing to report your injury to some figure of authority, or a corporation, will not help your case, especially if the case comes down to your word over the other party’s word. An injury report will provide important details about what happened and may even assign blame. This info is critical evidence in any claim and will play a key role in ensuring you are fully compensated.
• Gather Evidence: You should document the accident as thoroughly as possible. Take pictures of your injuries, as well as street signs or landmarks. Take a video of yourself recounting the accident while it is still fresh in your mind. And if there are any eyewitnesses, be sure to get their names and numbers as they can testify on your behalf or provide a statement to corroborate your story.
• Contact Maison Law: Our firm is standing by to help scooter accident victims physically and financially recover quickly. Call, text, or email. Our door is always open, and we’d love to help you through this difficult time.

How to Prepare for Your First Meeting With a Personal Injury Lawyer

Most personal injury lawyers offer free initial consultations. During an initial consultation, you are under no obligation to hire the attorney or pay them a fee for their services. In the same breath, an attorney is under no obligation to represent you in your personal injury case. Before your first meeting with a potential lawyer, you should be prepared. You can present your case to a lawyer in a professional manner by:

• Jotting down the key points in your case to share with them, or give them a written copy
• Bring the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of everyone connected with the case
• Bring all papers related to the case as they might be helpful for the lawyer to review
• Prepare questions for the lawyer such as:
  • Have they handled similar cases to yours?
  • Did they settle or go to trial?
  • How many clients have they represented in court?
  • How many trial cases have they won?

The Importance of Medical Evidence in an Injury Claim

Your medical records will provide crucial evidence as to the extent of your injuries, the treatment required, and the overall impact your injury has had on your life. The positive impact of medical evidence in your personal injury case can be lessened if you delay medical treatment. A delay in medical treatment will give the insurance company reason to believe your injuries were not that serious and your life was minimally impacted by any pain you were experiencing. Medical evidence plays an important role in personal injury claims by:

• Showing evidence of real injuries: medical evidence such as an MRI, X-ray, or doctor’s diagnosis will demonstrate you were injured as a result of an accident. This will make it hard for the insurance company to dispute or minimize your claim.
• Demonstrating Causation: medical evidence can prove fault by detailing the nature of your injury, the severity, and the timeline in which the injury occured. Medical evidence will make it easier for an insurance adjuster, a judge, or a jury to understand how much medical treatment and the extent of your pain and suffering after an injury.
• Calculating Damages: medical evidence can include bills from hospital stays, doctor’s visits, surgical procedures, and other treatments from medical specialists. Medical damages are a large part of your economic damages and can be calculated based on current and future treatment required by your personal injury.
• Establishing Continued Care: if your personal injury requires continued care, then your long-term care diagnosis will establish that your injury was severe and has done long-lasting damage to your life with the potential for permanent disability.

Defective E-Scooter and Product Liability Law

If a defective e-scooter caused you to get hurt, you can file a product liability claim against the liable party. Typical liable parties for a defective electric scooter include:

• Manufacturer
• Designer
• Retailer
• Corporation

If the accident was fatal, then the family of the decedent would file a wrongful death claim. However, it is recommended to speak with a Product Liability Lawyer at Maison Law before discussing the incident with the liable party’s insurance. Insurance companies will often attempt to get the injured party to accept partial blame or admit fault. This can be extremely damaging to your personal injury claim. Our attorneys will ensure you are protected from liability and manage all communications on your behalf.

How is Fault Proven in a Defective E-Scooter Lawsuit

Fault is typically proven through investigations, interrogatories, and depositions. These are legal procedures best handled through an attorney. Defective electric scooter accident victims who partner with attorneys tend to get more compensation than those who do not. An attorney can seek damages through product liability lawsuits based on:

1. Strict liability: a manufacturer can be held responsible for strict liability. A plaintiff must prove the electric scooter was defective and the defect was a direct cause of their injury. Strict liability can be imposed for three types of product defects:
   1. Manufacturing defects
   2. Design defects
   3. Warning defects (inadequate warning)
2. Carelessness: requires the plaintiff to prove the defendant failed to exercise reasonable care in the design, manufacture, or distribution of their product, which caused substantial injuries.
3. Breach of warranty: warranties guarantee an electric scooter’s performance, but if it fails to meet these guarantees, a breach of warranty could be pursued.

Defective electric scooter lawsuits are notoriously complex due to the number of liable parties involved. To achieve a successful lawsuit against a parts manufacturer, distributor, retailer, or employer, it is vital to consult with an Product Liability Attorney at Maison Law who can manage every aspect of your case and ensure your right to fair compensation is protected.

E-Scooter defined by California Law

Under California Vehicle Code 313.5, electric motorized scooters are not considered a motorized scooter if it is less than 60 inches long and less than 18 inches wide. So, it is important to first understand if your e-scooter is even considered a motorized e-scooter before abiding by the laws concerning this mode of transportation. Motorized scooters are permitted on the highway, bikeway, or any other public bicycle path, sidewalk, or trail as long as they wear a properly fitted and fastened helmet, according to California Vehicle Code 2192. Non-motorized e-scooters are limited to bike lanes, bike paths, and sidewalks (depending on local city ordinances).

How Maison Law Can Help You Win a Fair Settlement

At Won and Done, our firm will utilize every legal resource to get your case settled and get you paid after an e-scooter accident. We hit the ground running and provide our clients with the following services to reach a successful outcome for their situation:

• Accurate damage calculation: we calculate damages based on expert testimony, medical evaluations, and economic analyses to cover every aspect of your current and long-term, medical needs.
• Clear reports and expert witness testimony: our firm compiles detailed reports that outline the extent of your injuries and the impact they will have on the rest of your life. We organize expert witness testimony to reinforce the credibility of your claim and the incident.
• Minimizing liability: if you file a claim or lawsuit against an at-fault party, they will most likely attempt to put some or all of the blame onto you. Our firm will analyze your case and work to minimize or eliminate liability in your personal injury accident.
• Negotiating with insurers: our experienced team of lawyers are expert negotiators and understand the tactics insurance companies will take to attempt to minimize your damages and compensation. We ensure our clients receive a fair settlement that fully covers their current and future needs.
• Court Representation: our trial lawyers will represent you in court and build a strong case, highlighting the depth of your injuries and the necessity for recovering damages.

Typical Compensation for an E-Scooter Accident Injury

There is no set dollar amount for the trauma and pain experienced by scooter accident victims. However, an experienced Scooter Accident Lawyer will help you understand the value of your case by calculating your economic damages (such as lost wages and medical bills) and non-economic damages (emotional harm, depression, and anxiety). These damages combined include:

• Special Damages: medical bills, ongoing treatment, costs that accumulate when you’re unable to work, like rent or mortgage payments
• General Damages: these are non-economic hardships like pain and suffering, anxiety, depression, mental trauma
• Wrongful Death Damages: these damages may be sought by a spouse or close relative for funeral arrangements, burial expenses, and medical treatment before a loved one’s death
• Punitive Damages: these damages are rare, but if the driver engaged in reckless driving with the intention of hurting you, then you could sue for punitive damages

Contact Maison Law | California E-Scooter Lawyers

If you or a loved one has been injured in an e-scooter accident, the E-Scooter Accident Lawyers at Maison LAw are here to help you get your life back on track. We understand how traumatic an e-bike accident can be, especially when you have to fight with the insurance company to get compensation for medical treatment and missed time at work. But with us, you’re not alone in this fight.

We take the necessary legal steps to restore your life and protect your right to compensation. Even if you were partially at fault for the accident, our firm specializes in reducing liability, or in some cases, removing it entirely. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.