Injured by an E-Bike or Scooter in NYC? Here’s What You NEED to Know
Introduction
Electric bikes and scooters are everywhere in New York City. From food delivery riders zipping through traffic to tourists cruising down bike lanes, these vehicles are fast, convenient — and increasingly dangerous.
If you’ve been hit by an e-bike or scooter, tripped over one blocking the sidewalk, or injured while riding, you’re not alone. The city’s streets are chaotic, and many of these accidents lead to real injuries — broken bones, concussions, missed work, and worse.
At Kari Law Group, PLLC, we help everyday New Yorkers and visitors get justice when their lives are disrupted by reckless riders, negligent platforms, and careless behavior.
Common Ways People Get Hurt in NYC
• Hit by a food delivery e-bike while crossing the street
• Tripped over a parked scooter on the sidewalk
• Knocked over while riding a CitiBike or personal e-scooter
• Doored by a car while on an e-bike
• Crashed due to broken pavement or missing signage
Most people don’t even realize these cases can be won. But they can — if handled the right way.
What to Do If You’re Injured
1. Get Medical Help
Always go to the ER or urgent care — even if you “feel fine.” Internal injuries and head trauma often show up later.
2. Call 911
Get a police report on file. That official record is critical.
3. Take Photos & Video
Document the scooter or bike, your injuries, license plates, delivery bags, rider’s clothing, or even the app if visible.
4. Talk to Witnesses
Get names, numbers, or even voice memos — anything helps.
5. Contact a Lawyer Early
These cases move fast. Riders disappear. Scooter companies deny responsibility. Platforms push blame. You need someone on your side from Day 1.
Who Could Be Legally Responsible?
Every accident is different — but here are common examples of liability:
• Food delivery companies (Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub) if a courier caused the crash
• Rental platforms (Bird, Lime) if a malfunction or poor maintenance caused the injury
• Negligent riders who were uninsured, untrained, or speeding
• The City if unsafe roads or poor signage played a role
• Property owners if scooters blocked safe walkways
We investigate each case in detail — tracking footage, pulling GPS data, checking insurance, and pushing back when others say "there’s no coverage."
What Can You Be Compensated For?
• Hospital bills and future medical care
• Lost income if you missed work
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage (phone, glasses, bike, etc.)
• Emotional distress
💼 And yes — even if you’re undocumented, uninsured, or visiting NYC, you still have rights.
Why Call Kari Law Group?
These are not simple cases. In fact, they’re some of the most difficult to win — because there’s often no police report, the rider leaves the scene, or insurance coverage is unclear.
But that’s exactly why we take them.
✅ We speak your language: Español, Русский, 中文, Oʻzbek, Тоҷикӣ, ქართული
✅ We help you find a doctor and manage bills
✅ We don’t charge you unless we win
✅ We’ve helped hundreds of people in situations just like yours
A Real Case
A Bronx resident walking to work was hit by a food delivery e-bike going the wrong way on a one-way street. The rider tried to flee. She snapped a photo of the app screen and called us that same day.
We filed a claim against the delivery company, found out the rider was working under another person’s login, and still recovered a six-figure settlement — all while she focused on healing.
📞 You Deserve Help, Not Hassle
Don't deal with scooter companies, insurance adjusters, or delivery platforms on your own. Let Kari Law Group, PLLC fight for you.
📲 Free Case Review — No Win, No Fee
🌍 We speak your language
📍 Serving all NYC boroughs
Contact Us Today:
📞 (718) 395-1818
📧 info@karilaw.com
📍 86-11 Lefferts Blvd, #7 Richmond Hills, NY 11418
