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E-scooter accidents (Lime, Bird, Spin, Wheels) and e-bike accidents have exploded in Orange County since the 2018 legalization of “shared mobility devices” — and the legal landscape is still evolving. Whether you were a rider injured by a defective scooter, a pedestrian struck by a careless rider, or a driver in a collision with a scooter user, you have rights under California Vehicle Code §21235 (motorized scooter rules), §21281 (e-bike classifications), and Civil Code §1714 (product liability). Settlements range from $10,000 for minor injuries to $5,000,000+ for catastrophic and fatal cases. Under California Code of Civil Procedure §335.1 you have 2 years to file. Call Sky Law Group 24/7 at (844) 475-9529. Hablamos Español. Who Is at Fault in an E-Scooter or E-Bike Accident? Liability depends on who was injured and how. Multiple parties can be liable: The scooter rider — When riding caused injury to another person (pedestrian struck, driver crashed by scooter) A driver who hit the scooter rider — Standard auto liability The scooter company (Lime, Bird, Spin) — Product liability for defective devices, brake failure, throttle malfunction, frame failure, or inadequate maintenance. Strict liability under California Civil Code §1714 The city / property owner — When defective road conditions, dangerous sidewalks, or improper scooter parking caused injury (6-month government claims requirement) The rider’s employer — If the rider was working at the time Charging contractors / mechanics — When improper service caused the defect The Most Common E-Scooter Crash Scenarios Scooter rider hit by car at […]