Where you have been injured whilst riding, or by an e-scooter as a pedestrian, you may be able to bring compensation against the rider or driver.
E-Scooters are a relatively new phenomenon to the law. Perhaps most like e-bicycles, they differ in that they are currently illegal to use on public roads and pavements. So, what does the law currently say?
In England, there is proposed legislation that would see death by dangerous cycling/riding introduced legislation that would see death by dangerous cycling/riding introduced . It does remain to be seen whether this will be introduced given the rare occurrence of a death by dangerous cycling/riding.
Previous cases of e-scooter accidents that have made their way through the Courts are few and far between. Despite being in uncharted territory, there are some legal principles we can apply to e-scooter.
If you fail to wear a helmet whilst riding, or are intoxicated for example, you will likely find that any award of potential damages would be subject to a contributory negligence discount.
If an e-scooter accident does occur, always try your best to get the third-party driver/rider details, which include insurance details.
It is important to note if you are involved in an accident with a pedestrian, e-scooter, or e-bicycle you may be able to claim against the home insurance of the third party. Always ask for this at the scene as it may be difficult to ascertain.
Photographs always help but it is understandable that this may not be achievable. Make sure you are in a safe position, away from the danger of other vehicles at a point of priority.
You should then seek medical assistance if required, whether that be a call to 999 for an ambulance or a trip to Accident and Emergency. If Police are required, they should be contacted too at the scene.
Contact our e-scooter claims solicitors Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth and Dundee
If you have suffered an injury as a result of either riding an e-scooter, or being struck by one, contact our specialist lawyers today. The team is spread across our offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth and Dundee , with our Dundee team covering Aberdeen and the North of Scotland.
We will discuss the circumstances surrounding your claim with you and will explain clearly and concisely how best to proceed. We will also be upfront about how likely your claim is to succeed, any costs involved, and whether we can offer to work on a no-win, no-fee basis.
To speak to a solicitor who can help you claim the compensation you deserve, call us now on 0800 988 8082 or complete our online enquiry form and we will get back to you right away.
