E-Scooter Accident Attorneys In Phoenix
An e-scooter offers almost no protection when a car turns across your path. An e-scooter rider weighs far less than the vehicle that strikes them. Riders are often thrown onto the pavement. The injuries we see often include:
- Traumatic brain injuries: Even with a helmet, a brain injury can affect memory, mood and the ability to work.
- Spinal cord injuries: Spinal damage can cause paralysis and a permanent loss of mobility.
- Fractures and amputations: Broken legs, arms and pelvises are common. Severe crush injuries sometimes lead to amputation.
A single crash can leave an e-scooter rider facing surgery, lost income and months of recovery.
Who Is Liable When A Vehicle Hits An E-Scooter?
Liability depends on who failed to use reasonable care. A driver may be at fault for running a red light, turning without yielding or texting behind the wheel. A scooter rental company or the city may share responsibility for a faulty brake or road defect. Dashcam video, traffic camera footage and the police report can help show who acted carelessly.
Get A Free Review Of Your E-Scooter Accident Claim
Video footage and witness memories fade quickly after a crash. During your free consultation, an attorney will review what happened, explain who may be liable and outline your next steps. Call Harris Powers & Cunningham at 602-910-6779 or send us a message online. Our attorneys represent injured e-scooter riders and their families in Phoenix and throughout Maricopa County.