Phoenix E-Scooter Accident Attorney
Helping You Navigate a Complex E-Scooter Injury Claim
It seems like electric scooters are everywhere these days, after major companies like Bird, Lime, and Spin started releasing scooter fleets on Phoenix streets in 2017. Unfortunately, these trendy “micro-mobility vehicles” can be very dangerous for riders, pedestrians, and drivers alike. According to Consumer Reports, 8 people have already died in fatal e-scooter accidents, with 1,500 more scooter riders sustaining severe injuries.
Whether you were injured as a rider or a pedestrian, you may need financial assistance in the wake of your e-scooter accident. Our attorneys at MayesTelles PLLC have nearly 200 years of combined legal experience and can assist you with filing a personal injury claim against the responsible party. Although this form of transportation is still relatively new, we’ve secured millions of dollars for motor vehicle accident victims throughout Phoenix – and we can help you, too.
Call (602) 428-7104 for a free and confidential consultation with our AV Preeminent™-Rated legal team.
What Causes E-Scooter Accidents?
Because e-scooters can move as quickly as 20 miles per hour, it’s easy to see how riders may become injured, particularly if they are not wearing helmets or safety gear. In spite of these extreme speeds, most e-scooter companies do not provide sufficient safety notices for drivers, nor do they provide safety gear as part of the scooter riding experience. Additionally, the e-scooter companies require all riders to sign a waiver indicating that they understand the risks, which can make it more difficult to seek compensation from manufacturers.
Here are some of the most common causes of e-scooter accidents:
- Texting while riding
- Lack of sufficient warning to passing pedestrians
- Riding under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Speeding on sidewalks
- Distracted or texting pedestrians
- Drivers failing to give riders enough room
Out of all these causes, one of the most deadly is riding under the influence of alcohol and drugs. A study in Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open uncovered that over 79% of all 103 e-scooter injury patients tested positive for alcohol, with almost half the group testing above the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit. This could be because the e-scooter companies have marketed these vehicles as a safe alternative to driving short distances – enabling some intoxicated scooter riders to disregard the rules of the road.
Liability for E-Scooter Accidents
E-scooters are a brand new form of transportation, which means that the laws on these vehicles are constantly changing. The rules also vary from state to state and even from city to city, making it difficult to figure out exactly who is liable for your injuries after an e-scooter accident.
Whether you were injured by a negligent e-scooter driver or hurt while riding a defective scooter, you could be entitled to compensation for your injuries. At MayesTelles PLLC, we will take a close look at your e-scooter injury claim in Phoenix, applying our vast knowledge of state laws and city ordinances. It’s our goal to ensure that you can pay for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages after a collision, so we’ll craft a customized legal strategy to maximize your chances of recovery.
Contact us at (602) 428-7104 to get started with a claim today!
We've Won Thousands of Cases
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Charges Reduced to Reckless Driving
Client R.C. was stopped by Mesa Police for a civil traffic violation and later charged with DUI, Extreme DUI, and Super Extreme DUI in a justice court. During the course of their representation, MayesTelles attorneys discovered important inconsistencies in the police reports. When we presented these issues to the State, the prosecutor’s office agreed to drop all DUI charges.
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Fatal Commercial Vehicle Accident
MayesTelles Client A.F. and her husband tragically lost their unborn child as a result of the negligence of an individual operating a commercial vehicle in Yuma, Arizona. After substantial investigation including accident reconstruction and filing a lawsuit, the insurance company paid out the policy limits of $1,000,000.00.
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4 Counts of Aggravated DUI Dismissed
Client M.W. was charged with 4 counts of Aggravated DUI in the Maricopa County Superior Court in July 2016 for allegedly riding a motorized bicycle under the influence. The attorneys at MayesTelles demanded that the State include certain materials in their presentation to the grand jury, resulting in the grand jury refusing to indict and the case being dismissed.
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Client Charged with DUI
Client, GS, charged with DUI - sentence was reduced to reckless driving.
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Client Facing Assault Felony
M.L. was charged with 1 count of Aggravated Assault, a class 3 dangerous felony. She plead guilty to Aggravated Assault, a class 6 undesignated felony, with a stipulation to 3 months of initial jail. She received credit for 32 days and the rest of the jail time was deferred. She was placed on 3 years of supervised probation. She has the opportunity to designate the offense a misdemeanor after successfully completing probation. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with DUI
Our client, A.R, was charged with 1 count of DUI and 1 count of Failure to Control Speed to Avoid a Collision. During extensive pre-trial investigation, it was discovered that the police made many errors in how they handled the case. We were able to get the client's charges reduced to reckless driving. Location: Glendale City Court
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Client Charged with Four Felony Counts
Our client, Ms. D., was charged with two counts of forgery - a class 4 Felony as well as theft - a class 2 Felony and also fraudulent schemes and artifices - a class 2 Felony. We were able to get her conviction reduced to a class 6 undesignated felony with the opportunity to reduce further to a misdemeanor. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Trespass & Assault
Our client, T.C., was charged in Maricopa County Superior Court on July 8, 2015 with 1 count of Criminal Trespass, a class 6 felony, and 1 count Assault, a class 2 Misdemeanor. On September 9, 2015, after an 8-day jury trial, our client was found not guilty on both charges. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Shoplifting
Our client, Ms. H., was charged with shoplifting - a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get her conviction set aside. Location: Phoenix Municipal Court
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Client Faced 5 Felony Sex Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with five counts of felony sex offenses, including two counts of Sex Conduct with a Minor and three counts of Molestation of a Child. We were able to get the case dismissed upon a successful Motion to Dismiss. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
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Client Charged with Disorderly Conduct
Our client, K.F., was charged with Disorderly Conduct, a class 1 misdemeanor. We were able to get this client's case dismissed. Location: Tempe Municipal Court
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Client Facing Multiple Criminal Charges
Our client, L.S., was charged on October 20, 2014 in Mesa for an assault, disorderly conduct, and criminal damage. MayesTelles PLLC was able to get those charges dismissed.
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Client Facing Multiple Domestic Violence Offenses
Our client, Ms. C., was facing charges of assault / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), disorderly conduct / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor), and criminal damage / domestic violence (class 1 misdemeanor). We were able to get our client's case dismissed. Location: Mesa Municipal Court
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Charged with Assault & Failure to Appear
Our client, L.S., was charged in Phoenix on December 27, 2014 for assault and failure to appear. After completing diversion, our client's case was dismissed.
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Multiple Felony Theft Offenses
Our client, Mr. C., was charged with Theft of Means of Transportation (Class 3 Felony) and Trafficking in Stolen Property (Class 3 Felony). Both class 3 felonies have a possible sentencing range of 2 - 8.75 years in prison. We were able to get our client's charge reduced to a Class 1 Misdemeanor with no jail time. Location: Maricopa County Superior Court
Why Choose MayesTelles PLLC?
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Nearly 200 Years of Combined Experience
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Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
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Voted Top 100 Trial Lawyers
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Available to Our Clients 24/7
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Former Prosecutors & Law Enforcement
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AV Preeminent Rated Attorneys