Electric scooter accident claim solicitors

What are the most common causes of e-scooter accidents?

There are many types of personal injury that can occur while riding, or being in the presence of, an electric scooter. However, we've listed some of the most common causes to give you a clearer understanding of the kinds of thing for which you could potentially claim:

• Poorly maintained roads: Defective roads and uneven surfaces are particularly dangerous to e-scooter users, especially when travelling at speeds in excess of 30mph. E-scooters are significantly smaller than other road vehicles and cannot handle potholes or hard bumps.
• Accidents involving other vehicles: If someone else on the road is driving carelessly, they may cause a collision between the two of you. Perhaps they are driving under the influence or aren't paying attention to the road − whatever the reason, you could make an e-scooter injury claim because of it.
• Negligent riding: Many electric scooter accidents can be avoided if a person rides with care. E-scooters are not optimised for driving at night − a standard headlamp isn't bright enough and visibility will be impaired. Other drivers may also struggle to see a rider at night, leaving them more vulnerable. A person should also never ride after drinking alcohol, just like they wouldn't drive.
• Collisions with pedestrians: People crossing the road may not be paying full attention and may fail to see an oncoming e-scooter coming towards them. Colliding with a pedestrian may result in serious consequences, potentially even head and neck injuries.

What are the most common injuries from electric scooters?

The severity of your injury can vary depending on the type of accident in which you were involved. Some electric scooter injuries can have a devastating impact, potentially causing disruption to your quality of life.

Some of the most common injuries include:

• Cuts or bruising
• Broken bones
• Whiplash
• Back injury
• Brain damage

If you sustained an injury because of someone else's negligence, you should consider claiming for electric scooter injury compensation.

How much scooter accident compensation could I receive?

We can't provide you with a set figure as to how much you'll receive for your e-scooter injury claim, as we deal with every case on an individual basis. The amount for which you could be compensated will be dependent on the severity of your injury and how much it has impacted your daily life.

To gain a clearer understanding of how much you could receive, take a look at our compensation figures table below. The figures have been calculated using the Judicial College guidelines.

What is the time limit for making an electric scooter compensation claim?

Broadly speaking, you have 3 years from the date that your accident happened to file a claim for compensation. There are however some circumstances that can affect this, such as being physically or mentally unable to start your claim immediately due to the level of your injuries. The time limit is also different if the person injured is under 18 - in these cases, the 3 year period only applies from their 18th birthday. 

Can I make an e-scooter accident claim on a no win no fee basis?

We manage the majority of our cases on a no win no fee basis. We want to provide all our clients with the opportunity to make a claim, no matter their financial situation. This means that you can proceed with your claim without having to worry about any hefty bills before the process has even begun.

You will need to ensure that you have the relevant insurance in place before making your no win no fee claim. However, your electric scooter accident lawyer will arrange this with you beforehand. This is put in place so that any costs are covered, should your case be unsuccessful. 

A no win no fee agreement means that, if you do win your case, a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation will be deducted from the final amount awarded − and, if you don't, you won't pay a thing. We will handle your case on a No Win No Fee basis, with no up-front costs to pay. So, if your claim fails and we don't manage to recover compensation for you, you won't be charged. If your claim succeeds, we guarantee that we'll never deduct more than 35% of your compensation. Other firms, which may quote less than 35% initially, may charge VAT on top of their rate, and charge for legal insurance in addition to charges for their time and the work involved, even after stating that their fees will be capped at 25%. So, it is worth bearing in mind that quotes which may seem lower initially will in fact be higher than the fixed 35% fee we work with and quote up-front.

Why should I make an e-scooter injury claim?

The injury sustained from your accident may have had a lasting impact but you shouldn't let it define you. We understand that being awarded compensation can't change what happened but it can certainly help you to come to terms with the events. Compensation can also provide you with additional monetary support, should you find yourself having financial issues following the incident.

When reviewing e-scooter injury statistics, it's reported that there were 1,349 collisions involving e-scooters in the year ending June 2022, compared to 978 collisions in 2021. Additionally, there were 1,437 casualties involving e-scooters this year, compared to 1,033 in the previous year.

We want to ensure that you get the electric scooter injury compensation that you rightfully deserve. The financial help that you could receive by making a claim could help to make your recovery that little bit easier. Additionally, holding a negligent third party accountable could encourage improved safety regulations regarding electric scooters in the future.

How do I make an electric scooter injury claim?

1. Please call us on or request a call back to begin your claim − one of our friendly advisors will get back to you as soon as possible.
2. We'll start with a free, no-obligation chat where you'll be able to discuss, in confidence, exactly what happened. We'll let you know straight away whether you have an e-scooter injury claim to pursue.
3. We'll never pressure you into going forward with a claim − the decision is entirely up to you. However, if you do decide to go ahead, we'll put you in touch with one of our e-scooter accident solicitors.
4. Your solicitor will gather all the relevant evidence required to support your case. They'll also contact the third party involved and inform them of your intention to make a claim.
5. Your solicitor will submit your claim to court once all the evidence from the incident has been retrieved.
6. If you win your case, you'll receive your electric scooter injury compensation, where your solicitor will take a pre-agreed fee of the awarded amount. If your claim is unsuccessful and it was on a no win no fee basis, you won't have to pay a penny.

Why choose National Accident Law?

We're committed to delivering expert legal advice to all our clients in a clear and comprehensive manner. We have several electric scooter accident lawyers located around the country, so you shouldn't need to seek support too far from home.

We have many years experience when it comes to handling personal injury claims, so we have the knowledge and expertise to deal with a case like yours.

We'll always handle your case with compassion and care, ensuring that the entire process runs as smoothly as possible. We're on hand to support you every step of the way.

If you think that you'd benefit from our help, please request a call back today and a member of our friendly team will be in touch.