LIVE TO SCOOT ANOTHER DAY Navigating Accidents During the Electric Scooter Craze Electric scooters have electric scooter), such as a prohibition on riding at night or while carrying cargo that hinders the operation of the scooter. Abiding by regulations can reduce the likelihood of an accident as well as your culpability if an accident does occur.
been popping up in cities all over the country, and Austin is no exception to the trend (or its consequences). Since late 2017, there have been an estimated 1,500 accidents involving electric scooters nationwide, and, since last May, there have been 53 in Austin alone. So, before you download the app and head out on the town, here are a few things to keep in mind. Know the Regulations Knowing the rules and regulations associated with electric scooters, or e-scooters, in your city is half the battle.
Know the Common Causes Causes of electric scooter accidents can be split into three categories: user negligence, other driver negligence, and defective equipment. If user negligence (or not abiding by regulations) is the cause of your accident, you might not have a very strong case. But, if an oblivious driver runs into you while you’re riding the scooter responsibly, you could be entitled to compensation. If the accelerator pedal on your scooter gets jammed or the brakes don’t work, you could have a case against the scooter manufacturer. Know What to Do After a Scooter Accident If you get in an accident while riding an electric scooter, what you do immediately following the accident is very similar to what you would do in most other vehicular accidents. Seek medical attention if necessary, call the police, take pictures and witness statements at the scene, and call a reputable personal injury lawyer to make sure you understand your legal situation and your rights. Electric scooters might have a positive impact on the environment and offer a fun alternative for exploring our beautiful city, but that’s no reason to disregard personal safety. Nevertheless, if you find yourself in an accident, call Zinda Law Group for a free consultation.
Where you can take the scooter, where you can park it, and whether wearing a helmet is required by law varies from city to city. Specific regulations also apply to Bird scooters (a specific brand of
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ingredients
Filling: • 5 lbs Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped • 1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp maple syrup • 1 tbsp lemon juice
Topping: • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/3 cup brown sugar • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon • 1/4 tsp salt • 6 tbsp chilled butter, cut into pieces
• 1/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
instructions
1. Heat oven to 350 F. 2. In a mixing bowl, mix all filling ingredients together. Transfer to individual serving ramekins. 3. In a different mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt for the topping. Mix in butter until it forms lumps roughly the size of a pea, then stir in pecans. Sprinkle topping over filling. 4. Bake for 35–40 minutes, let stand for 10 minutes, and serve.
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