Electric scooters (e-scooters) have become a fast, affordable, and eco-friendly way to get around Daly City. Whether you rent from a shared service or own your own scooter, e-scooters make commuting easier—but they also come with serious risks. Riders often share busy streets with cars, buses, and trucks, and a collision can lead to life-changing injuries.
If you or someone you love has been injured in an electric scooter accident, Bay Area Legal Ally is ready to fight for your rights and help you recover the compensation you deserve.
Understanding E-Scooter Accident Risks
E-scooters are lightweight and nimble, but they lack the physical protection of a car, leaving riders vulnerable. They also travel at higher speeds than most pedestrians expect, which can make collisions more severe. Common causes of e-scooter accidents include:
- Drivers failing to yield or check blind spots
- Unsafe lane changes or passing too closely
- Distracted or impaired driving by motorists
- Road hazards like potholes, loose gravel, or poor lighting
- Collisions with other scooters, bikes, or pedestrians
- Mechanical failures in the scooter’s brakes, steering, or motor
Unfortunately, many of these accidents result in serious injuries such as fractures, head trauma, spinal injuries, and long-term disability.
Your Local Advocate with Proven Results
At Bay Area Legal Ally, we understand the complexities of e-scooter accident cases. Our founder, Joseph Chan, C.P.A., Esq., brings a rare combination of legal expertise and financial acumen to every claim. A graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, Joseph has successfully represented clients in complex, high-value cases in both California state and federal courts.
We believe in pairing strong legal strategy with personal attention—because you’re not just another case file, you’re our neighbor.
Potential Compensation After an E-Scooter Accident
If your accident was caused by another person’s negligence, you may be entitled to recover damages, including:
- Medical expenses for emergency treatment, surgeries, and rehabilitation
- Lost income and diminished future earning potential
- Pain and suffering for physical and emotional harm
- Property damage to repair or replace your scooter and personal belongings
- Wrongful death damages for families who have lost a loved one in a fatal crash
Our goal is to secure the maximum possible recovery so you can focus on healing and rebuilding your life.
How Bay Area Legal Ally Handles Your Case
1. Free Initial Consultation
We’ll review the details of your accident, explain your legal options, and outline the next steps.
2. Thorough Investigation
We collect evidence such as police reports, witness statements, medical records, and video footage, and consult with accident reconstruction experts when necessary.
3. Expert Collaboration
We work with medical specialists, engineers, and economists to strengthen your case and accurately calculate damages.
4. Aggressive Negotiation
We challenge insurance companies’ lowball offers and fight for the full compensation you’re owed.
5. Trial-Ready Approach
From the start, we prepare your case as if it will go to trial, putting you in the strongest position whether we settle or litigate.
Common E-Scooter Accident Scenarios We Handle
We represent injured riders in cases involving:
- Collisions with cars or trucks at intersections or in traffic
- Dooring accidents when parked drivers open their doors into a rider’s path
- Falls caused by hazardous road conditions
- Crashes involving rideshare and delivery vehicles
- Defective scooter parts or poorly maintained rental scooters
Each case is unique, and we tailor our approach to your specific situation.
Why Choose Bay Area Legal Ally?
- Local knowledge, big-case experience. We know Daly City’s roads, traffic patterns, and legal landscape.
- Client-focused representation. We keep you informed and involved at every stage.
- No fee unless we win. We handle cases on a contingency basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
- Bilingual services. We can assist clients in both English and Cantonese.
What Sets Our Firm Apart
- Personalized Legal Strategies
Every case gets an approach designed around its facts and your goals. - Thorough Case Preparation
We anticipate the other side’s arguments and prepare accordingly. - Clear Communication
You’ll always know where your case stands and what’s coming next. - Community Commitment
As a Daly City-based firm, we’re invested in protecting the rights of our neighbors.
Don’t Wait—Time Limits Apply
In California, you generally have two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury claim. If your case involves a government entity—for example, if poor road maintenance caused your crash—you may have only six months to act. Quick action is critical to preserving evidence and protecting your right to compensation.
Contact Bay Area Legal Ally Today
An electric scooter accident can leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and lasting pain. You don’t have to face this alone.
Call Bay Area Legal Ally at (415) 347-7184 or email us to schedule your free consultation. We’ll stand by you every step of the way and fight for the justice you deserve.
