Bird Scooter Accident Attorneys of OKC

Were you hurt in an accident on a Bird, Lime, or another electric scooter in Oklahoma? Did a negligent scooter rider cause you to suffer severe injuries? If so, the e-scooter accident attorneys of Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons want to hear from you immediately.

We represent people who’ve been hurt in accidents caused by someone else. We’ll do everything we can to seek justice and fair compensation for your harm.

Our Oklahoma attorneys handle all aspects of your case from start to finish so you can focus on healing and getting back on your feet. We understand the impact an injury from an accident can have on your life and the lives of the people who depend on you. We’ll work to hold the responsible party accountable, whether it is a scooter rider, a motorist, a cyclist, the scooter company, a government agency, or someone else.

Accidents are bound to happen as e-scooters grow in popularity and become more common on our city streets. If you are the victim of an e-scooter accident, you don’t have to suffer silently. Let our team of qualified, knowledgeable injury attorneys help you pursue the compensation you need to pay your medical bills, recoup lost wages, and move on with your life.

Schedule your free consultation to discuss your e-scooter injury case by calling us, chatting with us live, or filling out a contact form today.

How Common Are E-Scooter Accidents in OKC?

Many factors can contribute to an e-scooter accident. With Lime and Bird scooters in cities like Oklahoma City and Tulsa in recent years, accidents involving these vehicles have increased significantly. At least 11 deaths have been connected to e-scooters, the Associated Press reported. The injuries sustained can range from minor to life-threatening.

More than 1,500 riders across the United States have been injured since e-scooters were introduced in 2017, a Consumer Reports survey discovered. In Oklahoma City, 1 out of every three people wounded in an e-scooter accident required medical attention.

In Oklahoma City, lawmakers imposed ordinances restricting companies from placing e-scooters in specific areas. The companies must also place GPS restrictions on their vehicles that would not allow riders to operate them in restricted areas.

In Oklahoma City, the following rules are in place for e-scooter riders:

• E-scooters are not permitted on trails or sidewalks. Riding in bike lanes or on the street is allowed.
• Riders must obey the rules of the road, including stopping at stop signs and traffic lights.
• Pedestrians have the right-of-way, so scooter riders must yield to them.
• Riders should deposit their scooters next to the curb when done riding. They must not block walkways.
• Riders must follow all posted instructions provided by the scooter company.

Despite these regulations, injury accidents on scooters still happen when riders lack experience, aren’t cautious, or are operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Crashes also occur when others act carelessly, including negligent motorists and others.

E-scooter riders must obey all traffic laws and follow the specific ordinances in Oklahoma City. OKC’s newly implemented scooter laws prohibit e-scooters from being ridden on sidewalks. They must depend on the street, either in a bike lane or as far right on the road as they can travel.

Riders must also follow traffic laws that motorists must follow, such as stopping at stoplights and stop signs. As with any vehicle on the road, a pedestrian crossing the street always has the right of way, and a rider on an e-scooter must yield.

Even though the vehicle’s small size allows for it, riders cannot ride between lanes to pass through traffic quickly. Operating your e-scooter under the influence is also prohibited and covered under DUI statutes. When an e-scooter is not in use, it must be parked close to the sidewalk’s curb or next to a bike rack without blocking foot traffic.