If you have spent any time outside, you have probably seen at least one electric unicycle around. The electric unicycle is a product similar to the hoverboards or hover-scooters. However, the electric unicycle only has one wheel. Users can control the speed of the device by either leaning forward or backwards and can steer by tilting the device. Currently, there are many different types of electric unicycles on the market, from different companies. Some of the fastest devices can travel at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour.
Unfortunately, users often ride on these devices around pedestrians – and devastating pedestrian accidents can occur. If you or a loved one suffered injuries due to a pedestrian accident involving an electric scooter, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding the accident and the harm that you suffered, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit.
Here at the Normandie Law Firm, our lawyers are ready to help you with your accident claim and fight for your rights. Our lawyers have decades of experience and can help you file your electric unicycle accident claim effectively. If you are ready to speak with our experts, contact us today.
Some Causes of Electric Unicycle Pedestrian Accidents
Of course, electric unicycle pedestrian accidents can occur for a number of reasons. One of the most common causes of these incidents is the recklessness of the person that is using the device. For example, they might be going too fast, swerving everywhere, etc. in places where pedestrians are present. Another possible cause of these accidents are defective products. An electric unicycle can malfunction at any point and potentially result in a pedestrian accident. Additionally, these accidents could also be caused by the recklessness of pedestrians, who are simply not looking where they are going.
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Possible Injuries to Pedestrians
Pedestrian electric unicycle accidents can result in a number of injuries, some of which can include the following:
- Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Shoulder injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Hip injuries
- Knee injuries
- Fractures
- Nerve, muscle, and ligament injuries
- Road burn
- Lacerations
- Strains/sprains
- Scrapes and bruises
No matter the specific injuries that you or a loved one suffered in an electric unicycle pedestrian accident, it is essential that you seek legal assistance as soon as possible – as you could have the right to file an injury lawsuit. Contact our experts today for more information.
Can You Sue?
Do you have the right to file a lawsuit for the harm that you suffered in a pedestrian accident after being struck by or hit by someone riding an electric unicycle? Yes – you could definitely have grounds to file a lawsuit. Who can you sue? You could, of course, sue the person who was riding the electric unicycle when the incident occurred. However, you could also have grounds to file a lawsuit against the negligent manufacturer, given that the incident was caused by a defect present in the product. For more information surrounding your right to file a lawsuit, contact the experts here at our law firm as soon as possible.
Are Electric Unicycles Covered by Insurance?
Depending on the specific insurance company and policy, it is possible that these devices are covered. Some auto, homeowner’s, or renter’s insurance policies can potentially cover these electric devices. Some owners of electric scooters, however, confirm coverage with their insurance company but fail to get anything in writing – so when an accident occurs and there is a claim, the insurance company is quick to deny coverage. Unfortunately, there are not many insurance companies that cover electric unicycles. There are a few insurance companies that cover electric bicycles, specifically; however, the same coverage does not exist for electric unicycles yet. Because of this, it is possible that the person who owns the electric unicycle will be financially responsible for any resulting harm to a pedestrian.
Recovering Compensation for Your Accident Claim
Based on the details surrounding your accident claim, you could have grounds to recover compensation. Some of the compensation that you could be eligible to recover can include the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages
- Legal costs
For more information about the type and amount of compensation that you could be eligible to recover if your lawsuit is successful, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm today. Our e-unicycle pedestrian accident lawyers are ready to aggressively fight for your rights and help you recover the payout that you are owed. Whether we have to negotiate a settlement or take your lawsuit to trial for a verdict, you can trust that our lawyers will do whatever it takes to get you the highest recovery available.
What to do after an Incident
After being injured in an electric unicycle pedestrian accident, you should take the steps listed below:
- Take photos of all your injuries
- Take photos of the scene of the accident (if possible, before anything is moved or cleaned up)
- Seek medical attention as soon as possible
- Contact the authorities and file an incident report (make sure to request a copy of this report)
- Exchange contact information with the person that was riding the electric unicycle (if available, take down insurance information as well)
- Speak to witnesses and collect their contact information
- Identify any surveillance footage that might have captured the incident
- Collect medical records
- Collect records of lost income
- Seek legal assistance as soon as possible
If you are unsure of what you should do next, do not hesitate to reach out to the experts here at our firm for guidance. Our lawyers are ready to guide you absolutely every step of the way.
The Statute of Limitations
As explained above, you could have the right to file an accident claim for the harm resulting from an incident involving an electric unicycle. However, failing to file your claim on time could result in losing the right to sue entirely. This is because all injury claims are subject to a statute of limitations. A statute of limitations determines the total length of time that claimants have to file their claims. If claims are not filed by the time allowed by the statute of limitations, then claimants can lose their right to sue entirely.
How long do you have to sue? In the state of California, personal injury claims are subject to a two-year statute of limitations. This means that claimants only have two years to file their claims. It is possible for exceptions to the statute of limitations to apply based on specific details. For more information about the total length of time that you have to file your electric unicycle pedestrian accident claim, contact us today. We can help you file your claim on time.
Contact Normandie Law Firm Today
If you are ready to explore the legal options available to you and your family after an electric unicycle pedestrian accident, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm today. Our lawyers have many years of experience handling all sorts of accident claims and are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to win.
We offer free legal services, which include free consultations and free second opinions to ensure that our clients have access to all the information that they need to pursue their claims. During these free legal services, our attorneys will be available to answer your questions and address your concerns. No matter whether you are looking to begin your injury claim or redirect it after starting it elsewhere, you can trust that our lawyers are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to take action against the party or entity liable for the harm that you suffered.
Our Zero-Fee guarantee ensures that you will not be required to pay upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. We also work on a strict contingency structure, so you will never be required to pay anything until after winning your claim. If you do not win, you simply will not pay anything.
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