Scooter Accident Lawyer

Once injured individuals decide to file a personal injury lawsuit, they can take a few simple preparatory steps that may set their minds at ease after they make the initial consultation appointment.

Prospective clients can provide our attorneys with a variety of information that may allow them to build a solid case. Documents injured individuals might provide include police and insurance reports, testimony from witnesses and a list of bodily injuries. Providing pay stubs and other proof of income can verify wage loss, both present and future.

Scooter accident victims may find themselves buried in medical bills and other costs related to the accident. They may not be able to return to work because of their injuries and feel pressure from the other party’s insurance companies to settle when they do not feel comfortable doing so. Speaking to one of our attorneys can take much of the guesswork out of creating a lawsuit, no matter the circumstances.

Discussing and gauging a case 

One common question scooter accident victims ask is whether they have a viable case. Our attorneys can review a case and gauge whether the other party acted negligently and what type of damages a client may claim.

Listing types of damages 

Individuals involved in scooter accidents may have a variety of damages. From medical bills to lost wages to any type of future medical needs, contacting a scooter accident law firm can assist victims with putting value to a case based on the damages suffered.

Depending on the circumstances of a case, our attorneys may include mental anguish or trauma to the list of damages. This includes new or worsening anxiety, flashbacks to the accident itself and broken sleep. Signed reports from a mental health professional can provide proof of this type of damage.

Organizing a case 

Sometimes people injured in a scooter accident may want to file a lawsuit but stall because they are unsure of where to begin. A lawsuit involves a great deal of paperwork, from retrieving police reports to gathering information from insurance companies and medical facilities, and one of our scooter accident attorneys can organize and refer to these documents to build a solid case.

Our attorneys can also reach out to witnesses and collect details about what they saw. What positions were the client and the other vehicle in just before the accident? Did the driver try to beat a red light? Even small details provided by witnesses can strengthen a scooter accident case.

Client representation in most matters 

Recovering from a serious scooter accident may take weeks or even months, and the stress of handling calls from insurance companies and medical bill collectors can impede healing. Our scooter accident attorneys work to protect their clients from harassing phone calls, insurance settlement offers and any queries from the other party, allowing them to heal and experience less stress.

Culpability and negligence make up the heart of any scooter injury lawsuit. When victims decide to file a case, our attorneys move forward with fact-finding that upholds the injured individual’s account. They may review police reports, photos of the accident scene, medical documents such as X-rays and eyewitness accounts.

When our attorneys review a case, they draw a few facts from the information provided to discover whether the driver of a vehicle breached the duty of care and caused the accident. For example, was the driver texting when the accident occurred? Did the driver make an illegal turn or disobey a traffic sign or signal? Did the driver of the vehicle receive a citation at the scene? Proving negligence on the part of the other party can strengthen a client’s case.

While a scooter accident lawyer can build a solid lawsuit based on negligence, crash victims can take a few steps to protect themselves as well.

Retain privacy 

Scooter accident victims can safeguard a budding case by keeping any details private. Even discussing the case with family may have a negative impact on the outcome if gossip and rumors spread. Injured individuals can protect themselves by letting the curious know they cannot divulge any details about the accident once legal matters move forward.

Avoid social media 

Even the most seemingly innocuous comments on social media regarding an ongoing lawsuit could affect it, especially when supporters of the other party become involved. Posting photos of any injuries or property damage could compromise statements made by witnesses, and private social media accounts do not always guarantee absolute privacy online. Keeping a case out of the court of public opinion can protect any ongoing investigations by our attorneys.

Avoid insurance company communication

Scooter crash victims may receive calls from the defendant’s insurance company in an attempt to avoid court. Insurance representatives may offer victims a settlement over the phone or try to negotiate a deal. Forwarding these calls to our attorneys can prevent the settlement pressure victims often feel once they file a lawsuit.

Negligence takes on many forms during a scooter accident lawsuit, such as punitive acts. Unlike compensatory damages, which award victims for losses they incurred due to an accident, a judge may award punitive damages to punish the opposing party for reckless or thoughtless acts directly connected to the incident.

Reckless acts may include speeding, unsafe or illegal lane changes and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. A judge may consider any act that willfully ignores other people’s safety as a punitive act, such as excessive speeding or racing with another vehicle.

When scooter accidents happen due to the negligent acts of another, they can change lives forever. Those injured may not know where to turn for assistance as medical bills mount, but we can help. Contact us at Fielding Law today for further information and assistance.