Omaha Electric Scooter Accident Lawyer
Legally Reviewed By: Robert M. Knowles
Attorney & Partner At Knowles Law Firm
Electric scooters have become a popular way to navigate cities like Omaha, making them a convenient, eco-friendly, and fun way to get to work or explore your area. However, the convenience comes with risks of accidents and injuries, leading to complex legal situations that are challenging to navigate. Having the guidance of a trustworthy lawyer can help you focus on recovery while protecting your rights.
With over 55 years of experience, the Omaha personal injury attorneys of Knowles Law Firm have handled complex cases involving injuries from accidents, including those involving electric scooters. We know how challenging it can be to recover physically and financially after such an event. Our track record includes multi-million dollar settlements, and we’re committed to seeking fair results for every case we handle. We take a personalized approach, creating a legal plan tailored to your unique needs that gives you the best chance of achieving justice and maximum compensation.
Understanding Liability in Electric Scooter Accidents
With driver behavior, road conditions, scooter manufacturers, and other parties involved in keeping electric scooter riders safe, it’s not always easy to determine whose negligence caused an accident. Identifying the responsible party is essential to building a strong case and recovering the compensation you deserve.
Depending on the unique circumstances of your electric scooter accident, one or more of the following parties may be liable:
- Driver: A motorist may be liable for your injuries if they failed to follow traffic laws, don’t give enough space in the bike lane, or drive while distracted or under the influence.
- Pedestrian: If a pedestrian neglects to obey traffic signals, look both ways before crossing, or run out into the bike lane, they may be responsible for the accident.
- Bicyclist: Electric scooter riders and bicyclists often have to share the bike lanes in Omaha. If a bicyclist does not give you enough space, runs into you, or bikes while distracted, they could be held accountable for the resulting crash.
- Manufacturer: If a defective part in the electric scooter or another vehicle caused the accident, the manufacturer may be liable for your damages.
- Property owner or government entity: Poor road conditions, like uneven pavement, debris, and potholes, can be a major hazard for electric scooter riders. If this situation causes your injuries, the property owner or government agency responsible for maintaining the road may be responsible.
Our lawyers at Knowles Law Firm conduct a thorough investigation to gather evidence, such as medical records, the police report, witness testimony, and video footage, to identify the liable party and fulfill your burden of proof. This involves presenting evidence that clearly demonstrates the at-fault party owed you a duty of care, breached that duty, and directly caused the accident and your injuries.
With our attention to detail and commitment to excellence, you can rely on us to hold the liable party accountable for their negligence.
What Damages May You Recover After an Electric Scooter Accident?
The impact of injuries from an electric scooter accident often goes beyond physical. They can also take a psychological and financial toll on your life, leaving you worried about paying medical bills and returning to work. At Knowles Law Firm, we understand the challenges you face during this difficult time, so we fight tirelessly for the compensation you deserve.
Depending on the severity of your injuries and other details of your case, you may recover the costs of the following:
- Past, present, and future medical bills
- Lost wages from missed work
- Loss of earning capacity
- Prescribed medications
- Ambulance ride
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
- Disability or disfigurement
In many electric scooter accidents, multiple parties, including the injured rider, share responsibility. If this is the case for you, you may still recover compensation with Nebraska’s modified comparative negligence law. This system assigns each party involved a percentage of fault, which gets deducted from their receptive compensation. For instance, if you’re 15% responsible for your electric scooter accident, and your claim is worth $350,000, you would receive $297,500. Anyone over 50% at fault cannot recover any damages.
While this system allows you to recover damages even if you are partially responsible for an accident, insurance companies will likely try to unfairly blame you and give you a lowball offer. We understand these tactics and use our personalized, innovative strategies to negotiate a fair settlement.
Why Contact a Lawyer to Help With Your Electric Scooter Accident Claim?
After suffering injuries in an electric scooter accident, your recovery should be your top priority instead of stressing over the legal process. With the informed guidance of the lawyers at Knowles Law Firm, we can focus on healing while we handle every aspect of your claim with our comprehensive, personalized services, including the following:
- Conducting an investigation to gather and preserve evidence
- Interviewing witnesses
- Answering your legal questions
- Utilizing valuable resources, including accident reconstructionists and medical experts, to strengthen your claim
- Accurately calculating your claim’s value
- Filing your claim within the four-year statute of limitations
- Navigating state and local electric scooter laws
- Negotiating with insurance companies
- Taking your claim to court if necessary
With a proven track record of success and a reputation that speaks for itself, Knowles Law Firm is prepared to be your trusted partner in your electric scooter accident claim. We communicate clearly with all parties involved and put your needs first from start to finish. In addition to our high-quality services, we offer free consultations and operate on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay unless we win. This allows you to focus on recovery with peace of mind and make the best decisions for your future.
Schedule a Free Consultation With the Trusted Omaha Electric Scooter Accident Lawyers at Knowles Law Firm
An electric scooter accident can disrupt your life unexpectedly, leaving you with injuries, expenses, and unanswered questions. At Knowles Law Firm, we bring over 55 years of experience and a proven track record of multi-million dollar settlements to help injured clients regain control of their lives. We take the time to understand your unique situation, investigate every detail, and build a strategy to secure the results you deserve.
Our personalized approach means you’re never treated like just another case. We’re here to advocate for you every step of the way. If you’re ready to take the next step toward justice and fair compensation, call us at (402) 431-9000 or complete our contact form to schedule your free consultation.
About Our Attorney
Robert M. Knowles
Attorney & Partner at Knowles Law Firm
Robert has tried cases in both state and federal courts and was selected as one of the top 100 litigation lawyers in Nebraska for 2014 by the American Society of Legal Advocates. Less than 1.5 percent of lawyers nationally are selected for this recognition. He is rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell which is the highest rating an attorney can obtain. He was also selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2019 Top Rated Lawyer.
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