Were you or a loved one injured in an electric scooter accident in Chicago, Illinois? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, pain and suffering, and more.
Scooter accidents are increasingly common and can result in serious injuries.
The attorneys at Powell and Pisman Injury Lawyers have over 35 years of combined personal injury experience. Our team knows how to get results and has recovered over $250 million in settlements and verdicts for our clients.
Call us today at (312) 635-5400 to schedule a free consultation with a Chicago electric scooter accident lawyer.
Why Choose Powell and Pisman Injury Lawyers for Help After an Electric Scooter Accident in Chicago?
Electric scooter accidents can be complex. You could be entitled to compensation if you were injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. However, getting the compensation you deserve isn’t always easy.
An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you navigate your claim and ensure you get the compensation you deserve. For over a decade, Powell and Pisman Injury Lawyers have been the trusted partner for Chicago accident victims and their families.
Our firm has a five-star rating from over 400 client reviews and an Avvo rating of 10.0. Our lawyers have been recognized by The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Most importantly, we consistently get results.
We’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients and are ready to get to work for you. Schedule a free consultation with our Chicago scooter accident attorneys to learn more.
Who Can Be Liable for an Electric Scooter Accident?
E-scooter accidents are usually brought under a legal theory of negligence.
Many different parties can be liable for a scooter crash, but some of the most common at-fault parties are:
- Other drivers
- E-scooter companies
- Pedestrians
- E-scooter riders or drivers
- Cities or municipalities
If someone else’s negligence caused your accident, you may be entitled to bring a personal injury claim against them.
What Damages Can I Recover After an Electric Scooter Accident?
If someone else’s negligence caused your accident, you can bring a personal injury claim against them to recover all your economic and non-economic damages.
Damages commonly awarded in Illinois personal injury cases are:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Property damage
- Rehabilitation, physical therapy, and occupational therapy expenses
- Lost wages and decreased earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Decreased quality of life
- Loss of consortium
Schedule a free consultation with our team to learn more about the damages you’re entitled to recover.
Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Being Blamed for an Illinois Scooter Accident?
If you’re partly at fault for your scooter accident, you can still recover compensation as long as you’re not more than 50% responsible for the crash.
Under Illinois’s modified comparative negligence laws, accident victims who are 50% or less at fault for a crash can still recover damages. However, their compensation will be reduced by the proportion of their fault. For example, if you’re 25% at fault for your accident, you can still recover 75% of your damages.
It’s stressful when the liable party blames you for a crash. Our team understands how difficult this can be and will work hard to protect your rights.
What Causes Most Chicago Electric Scooter Accidents?
Many different factors can cause scooter accidents, but some of the most common causes are:
- Reckless driving
- Speeding
- Distracted driving or distracted scooter riding
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Unsafe road conditions, including obstacles in the road
- Scooter malfunctions and failures
- Inadequate scooter maintenance
- Inadequate lighting
- Hazardous road conditions
Our team will investigate your scooter accident to determine all causes. Then we’ll gather evidence and build a strong case to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Electric Scooter Lawyer in Illinois?
When you hire our law firm to represent you after a scooter accident, you won’t pay us anything unless your case is successful. Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. This means our payment is contingent upon you winning.
If you get paid through a settlement or jury verdict, a percentage of your award will go to our team to cover attorney fees. If you don’t get paid, we don’t get paid.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Chicago Electric Scooter Accident?
Electric scooter accidents are a type of personal injury claim. In Illinois, accident victims have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit against the responsible party.
In most situations, this means accident victims have two years from the date of an accident to file a lawsuit against the responsible party. Investigating, negotiating, and resolving a personal injury claim takes longer than most people realize, even in cases that settle.
To ensure you comply with the statute of limitations, contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible after your accident.
Contact Our Chicago Electric Scooter Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation
If you or a loved one were injured in an electric scooter accident in Chicago, Powell and Pisman Injury Lawyers can help you get the money you deserve. We have decades of experience and an impressive track record of results.
Call us today or visit our Chicago personal injury office to schedule a free consultation with a Chicago electric scooter accident lawyer.