It takes a driver looking at a text message for five seconds to change the life of someone using a scooter. Whether you are in a mobility scooter, an electronic scooter (e-scooter), or another form, if another person causes you injuries, you can seek damages.
At Shook & Stone, our scooter accident lawyer in Sparks is your advocate. We fight for fair compensation when you are facing serious losses. Our team has over 150 years of combined experience. Talk to our Sparks personal injury lawyer today.
Why You Need a Scooter Accident Lawyer in Sparks
In situations where you have a very limited claim, with no significant injuries, seeking out a claim with the insurance company of the at-fault party is a direct and clear process. However, not every scooter accident is like this, and it is quite common for individuals to benefit from legal support. We recommend speaking to an attorney in the following cases:
- You have serious injuries that require emergency medical care or follow-up.
- The insurance company denies your claim or even blames you for the accident.
- Your accident resulted in permanent losses such as loss of hearing, vision, or mobility.
- You have to take on a big company like Lime or Bird because of their failure to maintain rented scooters.
- You have some level of fault in the accident, and you want to reduce the percentage attributed to you.
In these cases, our attorney will investigate your case, gather as much information as possible about what occurred, and then build a robust claim that documents all of your losses. We do not let the insurance companies put your future on the line. When you set up a consultation with our Sparks scooter accident attorney, you get answers to all of your questions without any obligation.
Types of Scooter Accidents in Sparks
Scooter laws in Nevada are codified in Nevada Revised Statutes, NRS 484B.760–484B.790. These laws require most scooters with engines to operate on the roadway much like a bike rider would. When you follow the rules, and another person strikes you, the risk of injury is very high. Some of the most common causes of these accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Lane changes by drivers who do not notice you
- Speeding drivers
- Trucks with significant blind spots
- Left-hand turns in which the driver does not see the scooter approaching with the right of way
- Intoxicated drivers
- Scooter breakdowns and failures
In each situation, prioritize getting medical care first and be sure to follow up with your doctor about any care you need. Then, let us go to work for you. We will find out why this person struck you, what they were doing, and why they should pay for your losses. At Shook & Stone, our Sparks car accident lawyer will protect your right to pursue fair damages.
What to Do If You Hold Blame in a Scooter Accident
After a scooter accident, call the police to have them gather information and evidence, but do so yourself. Take photos, capture a video, get the names of witnesses, and thoroughly document the care you need. If, after all of this, the police or insurance company blames you for the accident, let our legal team work on your case.
Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence law that allows victims to seek compensation for their accident as long as they are no more than 50% at fault. If the insurance company is pushing your fault beyond this, they are trying to eliminate their responsibility to pay for your losses. The value of your claim drops by the percentage of fault applied to you, and if over 50%, you cannot recover any damages at all.
Our legal team will work to gather evidence and prove your claim and right to damages by working to lower or eliminate any fault attributed to your case. We do not let the insurance companies put you at risk of receiving critical financial support. Even if you are partially at fault, we want to hear from you so we can answer your questions. Review our FAQs to learn more.
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Losses in a Scooter Accident Claim in Sparks
Victims involved in a scooter accident caused by the reckless behavior of another person have the right to pursue legal action through a settlement claim or lawsuit for all losses attributed to the incident. It is your responsibility to identify all of the losses you have and to build a robust claim that demonstrates what occurred, the result, and who is at fault. Our attorneys will work to address the value of your claim, including in areas such as:
- Medical costs you have from the accident, including hospitalization, surgeries, treatment, rehabilitation, medications, and follow-up care
- Loss of wages from being unable to work for a period of time due to your injuries
- Loss of earning capacity if your ability to go back to the same type and amount of work is diminished
- Pain and suffering caused by the incident and the recovery process
- Emotional losses from post-traumatic stress disorder and depression
- Loss of consortium, including damage to relationships
- Loss of quality of life due to the changes in your ability to do things you enjoy doing due to your injuries
- Property damage associated with the damage to your vehicle or other assets
- Wrongful death claims in the event a loved one lost their life as a result of negligence
This is only a partial list, and we must align your claim to include every current and future loss you have resulting from the accident. You can expect our legal team to be very thorough in looking at how this accident impacts your health and well-being. We do not stop for an easy settlement but fight for the true compensation you deserve, and your family needs to recover.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a Scooter Accident Attorney in Sparks Now
Meet with our team at Shook & Stone now to discuss your accident and the results of it. We want to get to know what happened and how it impacted your life.
Speak to our Sparks scooter accident lawyer for detailed support. We charge you nothing until we win your case.
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