New York E-Bike & E-Scooter Accident Lawyers
Electric bikes and scooters have exploded in popularity across New York, but serious accidents are rising dramatically. If you've been injured in an e-bike or e-scooter crash, we fight to hold negligent riders, rental companies, and municipalities accountable.
E-Bike & E-Scooter Accidents Are Surging
NYC hospitals reported a 354% increase in e-bike and e-scooter injuries from 2017-2021. Common causes include:
- •Negligent riders speeding, running red lights, or riding on sidewalks
- •Drivers dooring cyclists or failing to yield
- •Dangerous road conditions (potholes, poor bike lane design)
- •Defective brakes, batteries, or manufacturing defects
- •Poorly maintained rental e-scooters (Lime, Bird, Citi Bike)
Device and app evidence
We Preserve the Scooter, App Data, and Street Evidence Before It Changes
E-bike and e-scooter cases can depend on evidence that disappears quickly: rental trip logs, QR/device identifiers, maintenance records, battery condition, nearby video, and road-defect reports. We treat the device itself as evidence, not just transportation that gets repaired or removed.
Device condition
Photos of brakes, throttle, lights, tires, battery area, and visible damage before repair or disposal.
Rental and app data
Trip history, timestamps, GPS records, unlock records, and maintenance requests when a rental device is involved.
Street conditions
Potholes, blocked bike lanes, signage, lighting, crosswalks, and prior city defect reports.
Video and witnesses
Nearby storefront, building, dashcam, and traffic-camera footage requested before routine overwrite windows close.
Why early action matters
- Rental devices can be relocated, repaired, or reissued quickly.
- Municipal claims may require a Notice of Claim within 90 days.
- Multiple parties can share fault, including drivers, rental operators, manufacturers, and property owners.
Who We Represent in E-Bike & E-Scooter Accident Cases
E-Bike & E-Scooter Riders Injured By:
- Negligent drivers (dooring, failure to yield, turning violations)
- Defective e-bike/scooter equipment (brake failures, battery fires)
- Dangerous road conditions (potholes, debris, poor bike lanes)
- Poorly maintained rental scooters (Lime, Bird, etc.)
Pedestrians, Cyclists & Drivers Hit By:
- Reckless e-bike riders on sidewalks or running red lights
- E-scooter riders speeding in pedestrian areas
- Delivery workers violating traffic laws
- Rental scooter riders without proper training
Common E-Bike & E-Scooter Accident Injuries
E-bikes and e-scooters can reach speeds of 20-30 mph, and riders have little protection in a crash. Common injuries include:
Head Injuries & TBIs
Even with helmets, traumatic brain injuries are common
Spinal Cord Injuries
Can result in paralysis or permanent disability
Broken Bones
Arms, wrists, legs, hips, collarbone fractures
Road Rash
Severe skin abrasions requiring skin grafts
Facial & Dental Injuries
Broken jaw, lost teeth, facial scarring
Internal Organ Damage
Especially in high-speed collisions
Who Can Be Held Liable?
E-Bike/E-Scooter Riders
If a rider was negligent (speeding, running red lights, riding on sidewalks illegally, distracted riding), they can be held liable for injuries they cause.
Motor Vehicle Drivers
Drivers who fail to yield, door cyclists, make unsafe turns, or otherwise violate traffic laws can be liable for hitting e-bike/scooter riders.
Rental Companies (Lime, Bird, Citi Bike)
If a rental e-scooter or e-bike had defective brakes, loose handlebars, or other maintenance failures, the rental company may be liable—even if they claim waivers protect them.
Manufacturers
Product liability claims can be filed against e-bike/scooter manufacturers for defective designs, battery fires, brake failures, or inadequate safety warnings.
City of New York / Municipalities
If dangerous road conditions (potholes, poorly designed bike lanes, lack of signage) caused your accident, you may have a claim against NYC or local municipalities—but strict 90-day notice requirements apply.
Property Owners
If hazards on private property (debris, poor lighting, unmarked hazards) contributed to your crash, property owners may share liability.
Injured in an E-Bike or E-Scooter Accident?
Don't let insurance companies minimize your injuries. Contact Licatesi Law Group for a free case evaluation. Over 40 years of experience. $100M+ recovered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Licatesi Law Group for Your E-Bike/E-Scooter Case?
40+ Years Experience
Proven track record handling complex personal injury cases throughout NY & NJ
$100M+ Recovered
We've recovered over $100 million for injured clients
No Fees Unless We Win
Contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation
Available 24/7
Call anytime for your free consultation—we're here when you need us
Personalized Attention
Work directly with lawyers—not paralegals or case managers
E-Bike/Scooter Expertise
We understand NYC e-bike laws, rental company tactics, and municipal claim requirements
Time is Limited—Contact Us Today
NYC municipal claims require filing within 90 days. Don't miss your chance for compensation. Call Licatesi Law Group now for a free consultation.
Available 24/7 • No fees unless we win • Free case evaluation