How Perkins Law Offices Can Help
Electric scooters have become a popular mode of transportation in Miami, especially in busy areas like Brickell Avenue, Downtown Miami, Wynwood, and the Underline. Companies like Bird, Lime, Spin, Helbiz, and Bolt rent out these scooters, allowing residents and tourists alike to zip through the city. While convenient, these e-scooters are often involved in accidents, leaving riders injured and in need of legal help.
Scooter Accidents in Busy Areas
In densely populated areas such as Brickell Avenue and Downtown Miami, where traffic is heavy and the streets are often crowded with pedestrians and vehicles, e-scooter accidents are frequent. Scooter riders are at risk of being hit by cars or colliding with obstacles like potholes and curbs. Additionally, areas like Wynwood and the Underline see many e-scooter riders due to their popularity as trendy and recreational spots. This increases the likelihood of accidents, especially for riders who may be unfamiliar with the roads or scooter operation.
Types of Scooters
There are two types of scooters commonly used in Miami: kick scooters (standing scooters) and sit-down scooters. Both types are frequently involved in accidents, and when these incidents occur, riders often face serious injuries, such as:
- Fractures and broken bones
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries
- Road rash and cuts
- Internal injuries
Liability in Electric Scooter Accidents
If you’re injured in a collision with a car while riding an e-scooter, Perkins Law Offices can help determine liability. The driver of the vehicle may be at fault for failing to yield or driving distracted. But, what happens if the accident was caused by a malfunctioning scooter?
In many cases, defective scooters can also cause accidents. Common issues include the scooter suddenly seizing, losing charge, or having faulty brakes. At Perkins Law Offices, we have experience handling cases where scooters failed to function properly, causing serious injuries to riders. We’ve represented clients in lawsuits against scooter rental companies when the defect directly contributed to the accident.
Terms and Conditions: Releases and Waivers of Liability
When you rent an electric scooter, the rental company may require you to agree to their terms and conditions, often including a release of liability. These agreements essentially waive your right to sue the company in the event of an accident or injury caused by their scooter. However, signing a waiver doesn’t always mean you’re out of options.
In Florida, releases and disclaimers are hard to get around due to strict case law, but Perkins Law Offices has successfully beaten signed waivers and disclaimers. If a defective scooter caused your injury, we will thoroughly investigate the terms and conditions to determine whether the waiver can be contested and if the company can still be held accountable.
How Perkins Law Offices Can Help
At Perkins Law Offices, we have the experience and knowledge to help e-scooter accident victims in Miami. We will evaluate your case and determine whether you have a claim against the scooter rental company, another driver, or both. With extensive experience in both personal injury and product liability cases, we’ll fight to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries, medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Call Perkins Law Offices Today
If you or a loved one has been injured in an electric scooter accident in Miami, don’t hesitate to contact Perkins Law Offices. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless you get paid. Call us at 305-741-5297 or fill out our contact form for a free case evaluation.
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