As electric scooters become more popular, so do, unfortunately, electric scooter accidents. Most electric scooters are generally slow moving compared to cars. In fact, most go up to about 15 miles an hour. As with any vehicle, particularly bicycles, there are hazards involved with using an electric scooter. If you don’t have experience or are negligent, accidents happen. While there are no special licenses needed for scooters, you should always have the proper safety equipment. Now, if you happen to be involved in a scooter accident, you will have to determine who was at fault.
Who Is At Fault?
Even if you are following all of the safety precautions, you could still end up in an accident. Now, when it comes to a car hitting an electric scooter, it could happen due to a number of different circumstances. Fault is not black and white. In fact, much like any vehicular accident, you have to determine fault based on the situation.
What If a Car Hits a Scooter?
The best way to determine fault is through negligence. If a car hits a scooter, then it all depends on the driver. Was the driver negligent? Did the driver fail to yield? Was the driver distracted? In these cases, the driver is almost always at fault. When it comes to negligence, the driver will be responsible for the scooter driver’s injuries.
What If a Scooter Is Negligent?
Now, what happens if the scooter rider suddenly turns on the road without warning? Even if the car doesn’t hit the scooter and swerves into another car or object to avoid hitting the scooter, then the scooter rider may be at fault. They may be liable for any damages to the vehicles.
Is There Coverage for Scooters?
If you rent a scooter, then there may already be liability insurance on the scooter. In some cases, your car insurance may actually cover your scooter. Some coverages extend to vehicles with less than four wheels. It’s important to check your policy to find out.
When it comes to electric scooters, accidents can still happen. While those who ride scooters are not required to have insurance, it does not mean that he or she isn’t at fault during an accident. Likewise, it doesn’t mean that he or she is exempt from compensation if hit by a negligent driver. If you were involved in an electric scooter accident, then you should discuss your options with an attorney. Contact a Newark personal injury attorney, like from Rispoli & Borneo, P.C. today.