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HOW SAFE ARE ELECTRIC SCOOTERS?

If you have been to downtown Oklahoma City lately, or any other large metropolitan area, you probably saw people buzzing around on electric scooters. The idea is great – pay to ride the scooter around the area, and then leave it at your final destination for another user to take when needed. But how safe are the scooters? As it turns out, not very. Studies show more people are hurt in a scooter related accident than on a bicycle, or even walking. Part of the problem is that the scooters are meant for use on the street rather than a sidewalk, meaning a rider has to share the road with cars. This can raise serious legal issues when an accident happens, mostly in the area of negligence and liability, and what legal concepts apply. If you have been hurt while on a scooter or been in an accident with someone riding one, let us help. We will review the facts of your case and let you know the best approach to take to recover damages or defend an action.

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