Proving Liability in an E-Scooter Accident

Determining liability in an electric scooter accident does not have to be complicated. Essentially, it comes down to whether the electric scooter rider obeyed all operating regulations surrounding electric scooters—just like determining whether a motorist obeyed all traffic regulations in the event of a car accident. Learn about Missouri’s electric scooter regulations and how…

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Car Accidents Involving Electric Scooters

Car accidents involving electric scooters can bring up several questions of liability. Due to their recent rise in popularity, it is still unclear to many motorists and electric scooter riders as to who would be liable in the event of an accident. Learn about car accidents involving electric scooters in order to protect your…

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5 Laws Every E-Scooter Rider Should Know

There is much confusion among motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and electric scooter riders as to the rules of the road surrounding electric scooters. Electric scooters seem to have descended upon city streets across the country overnight, and city and state legislatures have struggled to pass regulations fast enough to keep up with the new transportation…

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Missouri Electric Scooter Laws

State and city legislatures have struggled to pass regulations fast enough to keep up with the sudden electric scooter trend. This has caused widespread confusion among motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians, and electric scooter riders themselves as to electric scooters’ rules of the road. Get informed on Missouri’s electric scooter laws so you can stay safe…

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Who is Liable in an E-Scooter Accident?

Electric scooters have descended upon city streets across the country seemingly overnight, and city and state legislatures have scrambled to pass safety regulations surrounding them. Much related to electric scooters, including rules of the road and liability issues, remain a gray area in municipalities across the country. Get informed on the various parties that…

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Common Causes of E-Scooter Accidents

With the rise in popularity of rentable electric scooters, there has been a sharp uptick in the number of e-scooter accidents on the streets of St. Louis and elsewhere across the United States. Get the facts on common causes of electric scooter accidents so you know how to protect yourself on the road. Operator…

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Electric Scooter Accidents 101

Electric scooters have taken cities across the country by storm, and local lawmakers are struggling to pass legislation fast enough to keep up with this new trend. As a result, many cities do not have sufficient laws in place to keep scooter riders, drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians all safe on the road. Get the…

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Understanding Legal Terminology: What Is “Personal Injury?”

The concept of a personal injury lawsuit is fairly straightforward: When someone is injured by the negligent actions or choices of a person, corporation, or government entity, they can sue the liable parties for monetary damages. While this definition is accurate, it doesn’t detail the statutes, regulations, contingencies, and other nuances that can influence…

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Medical Malpractice Awareness Month Promotes Hope, Healing, & Honor

The National Medical Malpractice Advocacy Association (NMMAA) is using the month of July to educate the public about harmful negligence in the healthcare community. The Association, along with cities, states, and other organizations around the United States, is observing July as Medical Malpractice Awareness Month. The awareness efforts of the NMMAA are focused on…

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Do I Have to Accept a Settlement Offer?

Getting into a car accident can be a traumatic experience. In this situation, you don’t want to have to worry about paying for treatment and medical bills; your main concern should be getting well. Unfortunately, car insurance companies for at-fault drivers may attempt to offer you a low-ball settlement that does not meet your…

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