Uber is known worldwide as a ridesharing company and food delivery service (Uber Eats). In recent years, the company has expanded their services to include different modes of travel, like bikes and electric scooters. Uber Jump scooters can be rented for a small fee and used for traveling short distances or riding for enjoyment. You will often find people riding rental scooters and bikes from Uber at parks and beaches, or when they need to run a quick errand.
But electric vehicles must be operated and maintained to ensure a certain level of safety to yourself and innocent bystanders. Unfortunately, there are numerous scooter rental companies that fail to take reasonable measures, like inspecting the vehicle and making repairs as needed. This is critical in the prevention of accidents from scooter defects, particularly, crashes while the vehicle is being used.
Were you injured in a Uber Jump electric scooter accident? You may have grounds to seek monetary damages from Uber, which is why you should contact our law firm right away. We are ready to hear your story during a free consultation and help you formulate the best plan of action.
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What can Cause a Uber Scooter Accident?
Uber Jump scooters are only available in select cities, but their popularity is growing, due to the need for alternative transportation methods and a general interest in riding electric vehicles without the costs of ownership. An increased number of scooters is inevitably linked with more accidents and injuries to pedestrians and motorists due to the following circumstances:
- Defects with the vehicle, like electrical wiring issues, flat tires, and failure to replace worn breaks
- Bad weather conditions (fog, rain, and strong winds)
- Sidewalk and road conditions, like potholes and broken concrete
- Not wearing reflective gear when riding a scooter at night
- Disregarding traffic laws, such as proceeding through an intersection without looking and failing to yield to pedestrians
- Operating an Uber Jump scooter under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or certain medications
- Usage of a scooter by an underage individual (under 18) or by someone without sufficient experience
Can I Sue for Injuries from a Uber Jump Scooter Accident?
You may have questions about your right to sue if you sustained injuries from an Uber scooter accident. After all, you know that scooters and bikes offer no protection in the event of an accident, so it’s your responsibility to wear a helmet. But this is still inadequate in terms of keeping you from severe injury if the scooter malfunctions and causes you to fall down or crash into something.
Of course, there are plenty of cases where the rider of the scooter is at fault. Perhaps they were operating the vehicle in a reckless manner or failed to follow basic traffic rules. So, the key is to determine if there was a problem with the scooter itself, which is directly responsible for the harm you suffered. In other words, you must prove that Uber was negligent in their duty to provide you with a safe product / service, and this is why you were left with physical injuries and monetary losses.
Uber Jump Scooter Accident Injuries
Medical expenses are the most important category of compensation you can receive from an Uber Jump scooter accident claim. That way, you can cover the expenses of healing from and living with the complications of injuries such as:
- Concussion and other brain injuries
- Chipped or missing teeth
- Eye injuries (retinal detachment, for example)
- Spinal cord or neck injury
- Knee injuries, such as patellar fracture and torn ligaments
- Shoulder fracture or dislocation
- Broken arm or leg
- Hip fracture
- Damage to the internal organs
- Puncture wounds and deep cuts
- Permanent nerve damage
- Loss of function in one or more limbs
- Chronic pain
Monetary Restitution from an Uber Jump Scooter Accident
If negligence by Uber caused an accident while you were using an electric scooter or bike, you may have grounds to sue the company for monetary compensation. The money you receive goes toward certain expenses you have incurred through no fault of your own. Depending on the severity of injuries and resulting psychological trauma, you may also be entitled to non-economic damages. Financial restitution from a liability claim against Uber may include:
- Cost of current and long-term medical treatments, including mental health counseling
- Lost wages due to your recovery needs, as well as work benefits you were forced to use, like Paid Time Off.
- Future lost income if the injuries are serious enough to impair your job performance
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Damage or loss of personal belongings
- Cost of hiring a lawyer
- Punitive damages
Even if you can prove that Uber is liable, getting a fair settlement from the company can be very challenging. To obtain maximum payment from a scooter accident injury case, make sure to consult an Uber Jump scooter accident attorney.
Is There a Time Limit to File an Uber Electric Scooter Lawsuit?
Yes, the laws in California generally provide injury victims with 2 years to file a lawsuit based on negligence or misconduct. So, you have 24 months from the date of your accident if you wish to sue Uber for a Jump scooter accident. Please be aware that extensions beyond the statute of limitations are extremely difficult to obtain. So, if you fail to file your lawsuit by the deadline of 2 years, you may permanently lose the chance to sue Uber, even if the accident is clearly the company’s fault.
Contact Normandie Law Firm
Our law firm is here to guide you through the legal process and help you obtain the compensation you deserve by law. We have a proven track record of recovery on behalf of Uber accident victims in the Greater Los Angeles area. You can be certain of our commitment to you and your case, and fighting to secure the highest possible settlement from an accident claim.
By working with our law firm, you pay nothing out of pocket, since we work on a contingency basis. That means no legal fees are collected unless you are paid by Uber. If we fail to bring you compensation, you owe $0 under the Zero Fee Guarantee.
To speak with an experienced electric scooter accident lawyer, give us a call as soon as possible and schedule a free consultation.
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