E- scooter Accidents

There are many different accident types involving an electric scooter. The law has been designed to try and minimise the likelihood of an electric scooter-related accident occurring. Electric scooters are classified as personal light electric vehicles under UK law. Therefore, they are treated the same as motor vehicles. However, electric scooters generally can’t abide by the same rules as motor vehicles. These rules include:

• Having an MOT
• Having a number plate
• Having signalling abilities

Therefore, electric scooters are not allowed on the roads or pavements.

It is illegal to ride electric scooters on public roads or pavements in England and Wales. However, in parts of Europe, you can hire electric scooters that are legal to use on the roads or pavements. In the UK however, it is often only legal to use a scooter within the privacy of your own property.

What happens if I have an Electric Scooter Accident

While it is illegal, many people do still ride their scooters on the roads/pavements. Scooter users weaving in-between traffic can often cause collisions. Furthermore, having more than one rider on a scooter can also increase the likelihood of an accident occurring. Sometimes other drivers or pedestrians are to blame for an accident. If you have been injured by someone else’s negligent behaviour as a scooter rider, a pedestrian or as a driver, you could be able to make an electric scooter accident claim. If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you could be able to claim compensation. You should keep any evidence, such as photographs of the accident scene or vehicle damage and names of any witnesses, and if possible the name and address of the person responsible for your accident.  This evidence can be used at a later date to support your case. 

With the exception of children, there is a three-year time limit on making a personal injury claim. Therefore, you should contact a personal injury solicitor as soon as possible to assess your case. They will help to determine how much compensation you could receive for your electric scooter accident claim.

How much compensation am I owed for my electric scooter accident?

Compensation is decided on a case by case basis, taking into account the pain and suffering caused by your injuries and the impact that these injuries have had upon your ability to function/your amenity. For example, if you can no longer complete tasks that you normally could, you may be able to be compensated for this loss of ability. Compensation also takes financial loss into account. If you have experienced a loss of income due to your injuries, then it may be possible to account for this loss of income through compensation. Similarly, if you have had to pay for treatment or other costs associated with your injuries, it may be possible to claim these costs back through compensation. To calculate how much compensation you could be owed, use our compensation calculator. However, it is important to remember that these figures are just estimates based upon previous cases. The best way to determine how much compensation you are likely to receive in your case is to speak to one of our advisors and start your claim.

Make an e-scooter Accident Claim

If you have been involved in a collision with an electric scooter, you may be entitled to claim compensation. First Personal Injury is available to assist you and help win any compensation that you deserve.