Scooters offer motorists a fuel-efficient, cost-effective alternative to driving a traditional vehicle, so it’s no wonder why there are an increasing number of scooters on the road in San Francisco.
Although these smaller vehicles provide people with convenient parking and are better for the environment, they also carry certain risks. If you’re involved in an accident, you may face severe injuries, and unlike conventional vehicles, scooters don’t offer you the protection of an external frame. Even a minor fender bender can lead to permanently disabling injuries.
One serious case we handled at Sally Morin involved a van striking an electric scooter. The e-scooter motorist suffered a severe knee injury that left him with costly medical bills. Fortunately, we were able to get him the money he deserved for his scooter wreck.
Here’s what you need to know about scooter accidents in San Francisco and recovering compensation.
In our recent scooter case, a van struck our client when entering a parking garage located on 8th Street. Our client rode his scooter legally in the protected bike lane, but the van made a sudden turn into his path when attempting to park.
The collision fractured our client’s left patella in multiple places, requiring expensive reconstructive surgery with screws. Unfortunately, the injury also resulted in him developing a blood clot in his leg.
Luckily, we won our client a $200,000 settlement to pay for his overwhelming medical bills.
Were you injured in an accident in San Francisco? Call Sally Morin Personal Injury Lawyers at 877-380-8852, or click here for a free case evaluation.
