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Electric E-Scooter Accident Claims for Compensation

E-Scooter Accident Claims are vital following an injury sustained because of an e-scooter. They can help you get compensated for your injuries and damages, and get your life back on track.

Electric scooters can reach speeds in excess of 30mph and can weigh up to 50kg so a fall, collision with another vehicle, or an accident involving a pedestrian can result in serious injuries and damage to property.

If you have been injured in an e-scooter accident through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

Accidents involving electric scooters are sometimes caused by potholes or an uneven pavement surface causing the rider to lose control, and fall off or collide with someone or something. In this case, the council could be liable.

Councils are required by law to make sure their roads are well maintained, but council budget cuts have meant many roads and footpaths are left unrepaired for longer periods, putting road users and pedestrians at risk of injury.

E-scooter riders are particularly vulnerable road users, so when accidents occur injuries can be very serious. Even the less serious accidents may involve a damaged scooter, cuts and bruises or broken bones. The most serious accidents can result in multiple injuries such as a fractured skull, a broken jaw, punctured lungs, and serious brain injuries.

It is highly recommended to wear a helmet when riding an e-scooter for the vital protection they offer if you do fall off.

If you have suffered physically or psychologically through the negligent actions of others, you have the right to seek compensation.

To start your claim, simply call the number at the top of this page and speak to one of our experienced road traffic accident claims specialists.

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Use a specialist Scooter Accident Solicitor.

If you are looking to claim compensation for an accident involving an e-scooter, hoverboard, electric unicycle or Segway and you want free advice from a fully qualified solicitor then please contact us now.

By instructing a specialist injury claims solicitor for your e-scooter accident, you dramatically improve the likelihood of success and of receiving the maximum settlement figure available.

We have offices throughout North Wales and Cheshire and you can contact us safely in the knowledge that our No Win No Fee Solicitors take care of everything for you on a No Win No Fee basis.

This means that you won't have any legal costs to pay if your claim is unsuccessful so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.

About E-Scooter Accident Claims.

According to data from Admiral Insurers, there have been 1280 accidents involving e-scooters declared in 2021.

The true figure could well be higher, as this only represents the accidents that have been reported. Car insurance policyholders can’t currently claim against an e-scooter rider but they may choose to claim against their own comprehensive cover to repair damage to their car.

As it is currently not permitted to drive privately owned e-scooters on public roads, pathways or cycle lanes, motor insurance cover is not provided for private users.

If you rent an electric scooter, the operator must have motor insurance cover but the rider doesn't need to do anything to arrange this for themselves.

Aviva said it has seen a number of motor insurance claims where the other vehicle involved was an e-scooter.

It is concerned about the potential for serious injury or worse for e-scooter riders, and is urging them to follow the rules of the road and use the vehicle as intended.

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

E-Scooters can be dangerous when used without the necessary caution. Some models are able to reach speeds of 30mph, and offer little protection against falls and collisions. E-Scooter accidents can lead to property damage, and serious injuries for both the riders and others involved. Some of the common injuries we have seen in E-scooter injury compensation claims include:

This is far from an exhaustive list. Injuries arising from electric scooter accidents can vary greatly, especially when they are caused by poor vehicle maintenance or road conditions. If you have suffered injuries following an accident on a private or rental e-scooter, it’s important to have the support of specialist electric scooter injury lawyers. PSR Solicitors has helped many find justice and compensation for their injuries. Contact us today.

Electric scooters and other similar ‘powered transporters’ are classed as personal light electric vehicles under the Road Traffic Act 1988, which means they are subject to the same legal requirements as any other road vehicle including an MOT, tax, number plate and visible rear red brake lights.

At this time, e-scooters can only be used legally on private land, and you could face a fine and six points on your licence if you are caught riding on a public road or footpath.

E-scooters can only be ridden legally on roads in the areas running approved rental pilot schemes.

A group of MPs are calling for e-scooters to be legalised on roads, but not pavements, as it would offer a lower cost means of transport to people from poorer backgrounds, reduce journey times, and become an environmentally friendly alternative to mopeds.

The London Cycle Campaign (LCC) says e-scooters offer a "cleaner, low carbon alternative" for those who can't or don't want to cycle.

Clearly though, safety is a significant hurdle to overcome in this mission to develop a greener mode of transport, with significant investment in infrastructure required to make the roads a safer place for this new category of vulnerable road user.

Private electric scooters can only be used on private land, however those under a rental scheme can be used on public roads. This puts these vehicles in a particular position in terms of regulations.

The current government guidance suggests that in order to drive an e-scooter on the road, the driver must have a category Q entitlement on their driving licence. This is included in all full and provisional AM,A, or B licences.

The specific rules that surround your circumstances, or the accident you were involved in may be slightly different as the government is evolving laws for e-scooters rapidly. Contact our electric scooter lawyers if you’re unsure about your case and what regulations apply.

No win no fee e-scooter injury claims

At PSR Solicitors, we operate on a No Win No Fee basis, meaning that in the unlikely event that your claim is unsuccessful, there will be no legal fees for you to pay, so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.

One of our qualified legal advisers will be able to tell you early on whether they think you have a strong e-scooter claim, but if you don’t end up getting any compensation, you won’t have to pay anything.

Your e-scooter compensation claim will be brought against the person or organisation responsible for your accident, so this changes depending on the circumstances.

If you were riding a rented e-scooter and you believe the accident was the result of a fault, or a poorly maintained scooter, the claim will be against the rental company.

In other situations, a claim may be brought against the e-scooter rider themselves, the driver of another vehicle, a pedestrian, or even the local authority if, for instance, the road was dangerous.

Contact our E-Scooter Accident Lawyers

With offices in Colwyn Bay, Ellesmere Port, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham, Wallasey, and Chester, we have been established in the heart of local communities since 2009.

As a leading team of Personal Injury Claims Solicitors in Wales (with Injury Lawyers in Cheshire too), we have helped thousands of clients claim the maximum amount of compensation and the best possible medical care to help with their recovery.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with an e-scooter, contact us safe in the knowledge that one of our expert solicitors will take care of everything for you on a No Win No Fee basis.

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If you are looking to seek compensation for a road traffic accident and you want free advice from a fully qualified solicitor then please contact us now. Using one of our No Win No Fee Solicitors ensures that you have a better chance of winning your case and receiving the reward and help that you are entitled to all on a No Win No Fee basis. This means that you won't have any legal costs to pay if your case is unsuccessful so No Win No Fee = No Risk To You.

Richard Layfield LLB (Hons)

Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence

As an experienced personal injury and civil litigation Solicitor, I represent Claimants in all manner of personal injury case work including injuries as a result of Medical Negligence, Road Traffic Accidents, Accidents at Work, and Occupiers Liability Accidents. I handle all types off personal injury claims from the minor right through to complex, serious injury claims.

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