Bird Scooter Accident Lawyers

Bird scooters are marketed as an eco-friendly alternative to driving. Because of their convenience — they can generally be rented on an app for a low cost — they’re surging in popularity. Yet riding these scooters comes with certain risks:

• Scooter Malfunction: For the vehicle to work as intended, several parts must be working correctly. Poorly maintained and defective scooters are major contributors to accidents. Generally, Bird scooters are rented “as is,” despite any damage that may have occurred during a previous rider’s journey.
• Collisions: Bird scooters can travel upwards of 19 miles per hour, which is fast enough to cause serious injury in a collision. This is particularly true if the rider isn’t wearing a helmet.
• Driver Error: Many drivers refuse to share the road with scooters. Distracted driving is also a common cause of accidents.
• Road Hazards: Uneven surfaces, debris, and potholes pose potential hazards for riders.
• Inexperience: Scooter riding experience isn’t necessary to rent a Bird vehicle, nor is a license required to operate it.

“Negligence” is the legal term for liability in an accident. This may apply to poorly maintained or faultily manufactured equipment, or neglect on the part of other vehicle operators. If you believe you were the victim of someone else’s negligence, you might be wondering how to go about proving it. Broadly speaking, you’ll need to satisfy a few criteria:

• The other driver was responsible for operating their vehicle safely (duty of care).
• They breached their duty of care.
• Their breach was responsible for the accident.
• You suffered losses as a result of their actions.

As an injury victim, you may be able to recover compensation including:

• Past, current, and future medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Diminished earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• And more

The Bird scooter lawyers at Morgan & Morgan are here to help you navigate every step of the legal process. If you believe your accident may have been due to someone else’s negligence, you owe it to yourself to contact us. We work on a contingency fee basis, so there’s no cost to get started, and we get paid only if you win. Schedule a free case evaluation now to get started.