[02-25-2022] San Diego County, CA – Woman Injured After a Scooter Accident on Orange Avenue

An unidentified woman was hurt following a scooter accident on Orange Avenue on Friday morning, February 25, 2022.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident happened at around 1:00 a.m. in the 3200 block of Orange Avenue.

A female scooter rider was found pinned under a vehicle. The circumstances leading up to the accident have not been established.

The woman was extricated by emergency personnel and was rushed to an area hospital for treatment. She sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the accident.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Scooter Accident Statistics

Accidents can happen practically anywhere, but they are more likely to happen in particular settings. Automobile accidents are more likely to occur in areas with considerable traffic, congestion, or road work.

When traveling on the major highways and freeways surrounding San Diego, you must travel with caution. Although some roadways are extremely congested, all other routes can be hazardous.

Electric scooters have become a common sight on California’s streets. They’ve swiftly become one of the most convenient and cost-effective ways to travel small distances between our state’s big cities.

Unfortunately, as more people ride scooters, so does the frequency of scooter-related incidents. The frequency of scooter accidents in the United States climbed by 222 percent between 2014 and 2018. There were around 39,000 scooter-related injuries reported.

According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, from late June to mid-September, the city received roughly 15,000 complaints concerning scooter use. Only twenty people were responsible for 75% of the complaints (each made an average of over 560 complaints).

San Diego County Personal Injury Lawyers for Scooter Accident Victims

You might be wondering whether you need to hire an accident lawyer for your personal injury case. Some injury victims indeed handle their claims independently, and you certainly have the right to do so if you choose. But many complications can arise, and there are many challenges you will face

An experienced San Diego County personal injury lawyer from Arash Law will ensure that your legal rights are protected and help you receive the maximum compensation for your claim.

A lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and meet all deadlines. Additionally, a lawyer can protect your interests during settlement negotiations by preventing an insurance company from taking advantage of you.

Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. The sooner you have an experienced truck accident lawyer in your corner, the better protected your legal rights will be.