Because scooters are operated on sidewalks, insurance nor Florida tags are required. The use of a helmet is also not required. However, if you suffer injuries to your head and face, the “at fault” defense of an insurance company can be to reduce the amount of recovery if those injuries could have been prevented.
Before operating a micromobility device, you should verify if you are covered by your insurance carrier in the case you are involved in an accident.
When choosing the best law firm, The Reyes Firm understands the unique circumstances and problems that can arise with these new trends. If you had a bad day, we can help!
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The most common causes of scooter accidents are due to the negligence of an auto driver. These are the common causes of pedestrian accidents:
- Distracted driving
- Running crosswalks
- Driving under the influence
- Rapid maneuvers
- Reckless driving
- Bad road conditions (potholes, uneven surfaces, weather conditions, and spills and debris)
- Sidewalks that are closed and force scooter riders to walk on the street
- Obscured visibility (parked cars, objects placed on curbs, and lack of overhead lighting)
If someone else’s negligence caused you to have a traumatic injury, you can claim compensatory damages against the liable party. Compensatory damages include economic and non-economic damages.
An economic damage claim can include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earnings, home modifications, and non-medical needs.
A non-economic damage claim can include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, damage to reputation, emotional distress, and loss of companionship.
You may also be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages can be recoverable if the liable party acted out of malice or fraud. Punitive damages may include the liable party being under the influence while driving, fleeing from the police, and/or reckless driving.
As your attorney, I cannot guarantee a certain outcome, but I will guarantee the best possible outcome for your case.
I will be looking at these factors to get the total amount of compensation you are owed:
- The amount spent for your past and future treatment
- The amount of your income that will be lost while you’re recovering
- How your injury will affect your future
- The affect your injury will have on your relationships with others
- The cost of any home care you are going to need
You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury, but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case indisputable. Some examples that will strengthen your case are:
- Medical documents
- Any medical imaging
- Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries
- Police report
- Proof of loss of benefits
- Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injury
Let me help you get all of the compensation you deserve because you don’t deserve anything less!
Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411
We have the experience to protect your interests and can help get you the recovery you deserve! We are here for you 24/7. Call us today!
If you, a loved one or friend is injured due to the negligence of another individual or corporation, contact the Reyes Firm and we will provide a free initial consultation to discuss your case and set about an effective plan that will help you obtain the compensation and justice you deserve.
