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In recent years, e-scooters and e-bikes have risen in popularity among residents of the DMV. They offer a convenient way to get around town, but they can also be dangerous. This is particularly true when it comes to sharing the road with cars, trucks, and SUVs.
If you are hit by a motor vehicle while operating an e-scooter or e-bike in Silver Spring, then you may be able to pursue a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver. Through a lawsuit, you can recover money for your property damage, lost wages, medical bills, emotional distress, and more. Our Silver Spring personal injury attorneys will fight to get you maximum compensation for your losses.
At Duboff & Associates, we are fierce advocates for clients throughout Maryland and the greater Washington, DC area. We offer free initial consultations and never charge a fee unless we recover money for you. Contact our law firm today to schedule an appointment with a Silver Spring e-scooter and e-bike accident lawyer.
Under Maryland law, low-speed e-scooters are considered bicycles. This means that while e-scooters are not considered motor vehicles, operators still must comply with all traffic laws and safety regulations. E-scooters must generally be operated on roads and bike lanes, not on sidewalks.
E-bikes are classified into 3 categories depending on whether the rider is required to assist in pedaling and its maximum speed. Broadly, e-bicycles must be driven on roads, bike lanes, and shared-use paths. Like regular bicycles, e-bikes cannot be ridden on sidewalks unless specifically permitted by local ordinance.
It makes sense that e-scooters and e-bikes would not be permitted on sidewalks, as that has the potential to be unsafe for pedestrians. However, these laws and regulations result in e-bike and e-scooter operators on the road with cars, trucks, and SUVs. This can be incredibly dangerous for anyone who is operating an e-bike or e-scooter.
Even if an e-scooter or an e-bike rider is in a designated bike lane, it is still possible for a motorist to cause an accident. This could happen if a driver swerved into the bike lane, turned without checking for an e-bike or e-scooter, or engaged in distracted driving. These dangers are amplified when e-scooters and e-bikes are directly on the road with motor vehicles.
When you are on an e-bike or e-scooter, you are far more vulnerable to serious or even fatal injuries than a passenger in a motor vehicle. Common e-bike and e-scooter accident injuries include broken bones, road rash, cuts and lacerations, bruises, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), internal organ damage, back and spine injuries, and concussions.
If you are hit by a driver while riding your e-scooter or e-bike, you might be able to pursue a claim against the at-fault driver. Our Silver Spring e-scooter and e-bike accident attorneys will thoroughly analyze your claim and fight to get you maximum compensation for your losses.
If you are hit by a driver while operating your e-bike or e-scooter in and around Silver Spring, Maryland, you might be able to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party. These claims are usually based on a theory of negligence (carelessness). In some cases, your lawsuit might be based on intentional or reckless conduct, such as drunk driving.
Sometimes, you can pursue a claim for other types of accidents. For example, if you wrecked your e-scooter or e-bike because it was defective in some way, then you could pursue a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer. If you were in an accident that was caused by poor road conditions, it might be possible to file a claim with the government agency responsible for maintaining that road.
In a personal injury lawsuit, the injury victim (plaintiff) has the burden of proving that the at-fault party (defendant) is legally liable for their accident. Our law firm will thoroughly investigate your case, interviewing witnesses, reviewing photos and videos of the accident scene, gathering medical records, and more to build the strongest possible case for compensation.
You may recover three types of compensation, known as damages, in a personal injury claim. This may include:
Punitive damages are unusual in personal injury cases, but may be available in some cases. For example, if a driver intentionally hits your e-bike with their vehicle, that would show “actual malice” and allow for punitive damages. In every personal injury claim, including for e-bike and e-scooter accidents, economic and non-economic damages will be available.
Studies show that people who are represented by counsel in an accident case recover significantly more money compared to people who represent themselves. If you have been injured in an e-scooter or e-bike accident, our law offices will fight for your right to fair compensation. Contact us at any time for a free consultation.
An e-scooter or e-bike is a great, eco-conscious alternative to traditional forms of transportation. Unfortunately, because of the limits on where you can drive an e-bike or e-scooter, riding one can also put you at risk of being hit by a motor vehicle. If you have been hurt in an e-scooter or e-bike accident, our law firm will fight for your right to full compensation.
At DuBoff & Associates, Chartered, we work hard to help our clients get the money that they deserve for their injuries. We won’t back down from a fight and will use our skill and knowledge as litigators and negotiators to help you get a top-dollar settlement. To learn more or to schedule an appointment with a Silver Spring e-scooter/e-bike accident lawyer, give us a call at 301-495-3131 or fill out our online contact form.
