Were you injured in a scooter accident in NYC?
At Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers, we are plaintiff-focused scooter accident lawyers preparing every case with experience and dedication.
If an insurer is questioning who caused your scooter crash in New York City, the answer usually lies in video footage, witness statements, and the police report. Gathering that evidence, valuing your losses, and presenting the claim to every responsible party is the work our NYC scooter accident lawyer performs on your behalf.
Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers maintains offices in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, as well as in Freeport on Long Island. Founded in 2001, the firm accepts injury cases on a contingency basis. Reach out to arrange a free consultation.
Scooter Accident Lawyer NYC
Scooter claims in New York City follow rules that differ from ordinary car crash claims. A scooter accident attorney applies those rules, including the State's device classifications and the City's notice requirements, to build a claim for compensation. A scooter accident lawyer also negotiates with insurers and, when an insurer will not pay fairly, takes the case to trial.
Citywide, the 2025 figures in DOT's annual crash data include five stand-up scooter rider deaths and 1,242 rider injuries.
Types of Scooter Accident Cases We Handle in NYC
Riders, pedestrians, and families come to our firm after many kinds of scooter crashes in New York City. A scooter accident attorney in New York City evaluates each of the following.
- Bike lane collisions: Drivers who enter a bike lane to park, pass, or make a delivery can strike scooter riders traveling in the lane. Photographs of the lane markings and the vehicle's position are often central to these claims.
- Dooring accidents: A rider struck by a suddenly opened car door may recover from the person who opened it. Dooring claims often depend on witness statements and the position of the parked vehicle.
- Pedestrian accidents: Pedestrians struck by scooter riders can suffer fractures, head injuries, and long recoveries. We represent pedestrians against negligent riders and, where applicable, the scooter's owner or operator.
- School bus collisions: Scooter riders struck by school buses may have claims against the bus company or a public school district. School bus claims against public entities require a notice of claim within 90 days.
- Car accidents: Turning drivers, speeding drivers, and drivers who run red lights cause many serious scooter injuries. We collect camera footage and crash reports to establish how the collision occurred.
- Wrongful death: When a scooter crash takes a life, the estate may pursue compensation for funeral costs and the financial support the family has lost. These claims must generally be filed within two years of the death.
- Road defect accidents: Potholes, raised manhole covers, and broken asphalt can cause a rider to fall. A City notice of claim must be filed within 90 days when City property is involved.
- Hit and run accidents: A rider injured by an unidentified driver may still recover through uninsured motorist coverage. These claims carry their own notice deadlines.
Why Choose Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers as My Scooter Accident Lawyer in NYC?
Recoveries for Cyclists, Pedestrians, and Drivers
People traveling outside a car often face insurers who claim the injured person caused the crash. Our results include recoveries for clients in that position:
- A $275,000 settlement for a cyclist struck by a vehicle, despite substantial arguments that the cyclist shared fault
- A $250,000 jury verdict for a pedestrian struck by a car, after the insurer had offered $35,000
- A $100,000 settlement for a pedestrian knocked down by a mini school bus, despite the defense's claim that no contact occurred
- A $72,500 arbitration award for a driver hurt in a midtown Manhattan crash, after the arbitrator rejected the defense's argument that the knee injury was degenerative
Together with our other cases, these outcomes account for millions of dollars recovered on behalf of injured New Yorkers.
Offices Across Four Boroughs
Our Manhattan office on Fulton Street, along with offices in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, allows clients to meet with us near home or work. Laura Rosenberg has built her career as a personal injury lawyer in NYC since her admission to the bar in 2001. She has been recognized by Super Lawyers each year since 2019 and holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. Ivan J. Rodriguez is fluent in Spanish and is a member of the AAJ. Our attorneys bring more than 100 combined years of experience to the firm. Every scooter case is handled on a contingency fee, with no attorney fee unless we recover compensation.
What Is Important to Understand About a Scooter Accident Case?
What Should You Bring to Your Scooter Accident Consultation?
A scooter accident attorney in NYC can evaluate the claim more fully with the records below. Our staff can obtain items you do not yet have.
- The police report or report number
- Photographs and video of the scene, the vehicles, and the scooter
- Medical records and bills
- Pay stubs or other proof of lost income
- Letters or claim numbers from any insurance company
There is no charge for the consultation. At the end of the meeting, you will receive our candid assessment of the case and a clear outline of the next steps.
What Is the Scooter Accident Case Timeline?
Five stages make up most New York City scooter claims.
- You receive medical care while required filings reach the no-fault carrier, any uninsured motorist insurer, and, if needed, the City.
- We gather evidence, including video, witness accounts, the police report, and an inspection of the scooter.
- A demand package goes to the insurer after your doctors can describe the long-term effects of the injuries, and negotiation follows.
- If negotiations fail, we file suit in the Supreme Court of the appropriate county within three years of the crash, or within two years for a death claim.
- The parties exchange documents and take depositions. Many cases resolve at mediation before a trial date.
Damages, Liability, and Compensation for Scooter Accident Cases
A claim succeeds when the evidence shows that a driver, owner, or other party failed to act with reasonable care and that this failure injured you. When several parties contributed to a crash, fault is divided among them. Partial fault on the rider's side lowers the award but does not, in most cases, defeat the claim. Under the 2026 fault threshold, however, a person injured in a motor vehicle crash recovers nothing if found more at fault than all defendants together. Determining each party's share is part of the work an NYC scooter accident attorney performs.
No-fault coverage may pay basic economic losses, depending on how the scooter is classified. A lawsuit for pain and suffering against a driver also requires an injury that satisfies New York's serious injury rules. Compensation in a scooter case may include:
- Economic damages: Medical costs, rehabilitation, lost wages, and reduced future earnings
- Non-economic damages: Pain, suffering, and limits on daily activities
- Wrongful death damages: Funeral expenses and the financial support a family has lost
What Are Important Aspects of a Scooter Accident Case?
A scooter accident attorney in New York City pays close attention to two areas of law.
The first is how the device is classified. Under the state micromobility rules, e-scooters may use streets posted at 30 MPH or less and are generally barred from sidewalks. The DMV e-scooter guidance also allows cities to set their own rules. Where and how the scooter was ridden will be examined. The classification also affects which insurance applies.
The second is the City's role. Shared scooters operate in parts of the Bronx and Queens. DOT reported more than 6.1 million shared trips since 2021 in its e-scooter share testimony. Claims involving City streets or equipment begin with a notice filed through the Comptroller's claims page. A lawsuit against the City must then follow within one year and 90 days. E-scooter claims in NYC often depend on whether these steps were completed correctly.
Most Dangerous Locations for Scooter Accidents in NYC
The Manhattan corridors listed here have each been the subject of a DOT safety study. E-scooter riders are permitted on all three.
- Broadway in Washington Heights: DOT counted 526 injuries between West 155th and West 170th Streets from 2010 to 2014 in its Broadway safety proposal.
- 125th Street: DOT reported 14.2 pedestrians killed or severely injured per mile from river to river between 2009 and 2013 in its 125th Street study.
- Delancey Street: Between Chrystie and Clinton Streets, 25 people were killed or severely injured from 2010 to 2014, including 4 who died, according to DOT's Delancey Street presentation.
Reach Out to Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers to Schedule a Consultation
Riders injured anywhere in the five boroughs can contact us to schedule a free review with our NYC scooter accident lawyer. There is no attorney fee unless we recover compensation. Rosenberg & Rodriguez Personal Injury Lawyers can meet with you at the office nearest your home or work. A member of our staff will follow up after you reach out.
