Electric scooter accident rates are rising throughout Colorado as scooters gain popularity in cities and towns of all sizes. In Colorado Springs, there were over 80,000 e-scooter trips in one year, while, according to one study, over 2,400 people in Denver went to the emergency room for scooter injuries over a four-year period.
If you were hurt in an accident that involved an e-scooter, you have options for pursuing compensation for your medical care, lost income, and other damages. Our electric scooter accident lawyers can handle your case while you continue to heal.
For more than 60 years, our personal injury lawyers have fought for injured victims—and won. The Colorado personal injury lawyers from Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC, can help you fight for the money you need and take the necessary steps to get justice. Call us today at (303) 543-1000 for a free, confidential consultation with our team.
Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC: Your Colorado E-Scooter Injury LawyersOur electric scooter accident lawyers will not back down from any insurance carrier or refuse a case because it is too complex. You have the right to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit, and we can help you exercise those rights.
The Rights of Scooter Accident Victims Under Colorado LawA 2019 law passed by the Colorado General Assembly reclassified electric scooters as “vehicles,” thus granting them “the same rights and duties” as riders of other vehicles. That means:
Our scooter crash lawyers in Colorado can apply laws like these to your case. We can also make sure you take action within the statute of limitations, which is an important date by which you must either resolve your claim or file a lawsuit.
We Understand Dangers Scooter Riders Face in ColoradoDue to the lack of protection offered by e-scooters, riders are at increased risk of injury, especially when encountering intoxicated road users or while riding at night. Intersections can also pose dangers for e-scooter riders. According to the Westword, a rider died at Denver’s East 14th Avenue and Pennsylvania Street intersection in 2023 after colliding with a motor vehicle. This collision was avoidable if the driver had chosen to refrain from alcohol use.
We represent clients throughout Colorado after serious injury accidents. We work based on contingency, never asking our clients to pay upfront fees or costs. Our scooter crash law firm only gets paid when we win the case. We have won tens of millions of dollars for injured people throughout Colorado. This includes negotiated settlements as well as awards from more than 100 jury trials.
Our Accident Lawyers Manage a Wide Range of E-Scooter Injury CasesWe represent people hurt in several types of electric scooter accidents:
Scooter Versus Car AccidentsWhen a driver hits a scooter, our Colorado car accident lawyers can generally file a claim for our injured client based on the at-fault driver’s auto liability insurance policy. The Colorado General Assembly requires all drivers in the state to carry bodily injury liability coverage to cover those harmed by the policyholder.
Scooter Accidents Without Motor Vehicle InvolvementE-scooters generally operate in busy urban areas like Boulder or Denver, where they share space with many other road users. Our attorneys represent scooter riders injured in:
In cases where a motor vehicle is not involved, we identify which insurance policies might provide liability coverage. This may include a homeowner’s or renter’s policy, for example.
What Types of Damages Can Our Electric Scooter Accident Lawyers Recover for You?Electric scooters have caused a wide range of injuries. A University of Colorado study published in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research took a years-long look at e-scooter accidents in Denver. Between January 1, 2020, and November 1, 2023, it found:
Based on these trends, the severity of scooter injuries can range from relatively minor scrapes and bruises to severe fractures and trauma. The damages our scooter accident attorneys fight for depend greatly on the injuries, expenses, and losses you incurred because of the crash.
Some types of damages we might recover in a scooter accident case could include:
According to the University of Colorado’s study, the cumulative scooter-related hospital bills at “a Level 1 trauma center in Denver, CO” totaled $11.9 million in 2022. Our scooter crash lawyers can make the at-fault party pay for expenses like these.
As Scooter Popularity Increases, So Does the Accident RiskRenting electric scooters is not just for fun. It’s become a last-mile transportation option for commuters and an easy way to get around cities when traffic is heavy. There are even tour companies that use e-scooters in Denver.
Some popular e-scooter rental companies in Colorado include:
A 2022 article in the Denver Gazette reports that the popularity of e-scooters in some cities, such as Colorado Springs, has prompted some rental companies to expand their business in the state.
Discuss Your Case With Our Colorado E-Scooter Accident Team TodayAll of these e-scooter options come with risks. Minor spills and even serious collisions are common. Our legal team understands the causes of these crashes and what it takes to build a case to hold the at-fault party responsible.
We investigate cases for our clients, collecting evidence that includes relevant medical records, expert consultations, accident reconstruction, and video of the crash.
Cook, Bradford & Levy, LLC provides free consultations for accident victims. If you were hurt, call us to learn how our Colorado electric scooter accident lawyers can help you get justice. We will assess your legal options during this free consultation. Contact us today: (303) 543-1000.