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Although larger mobility scooters are categorised as road vehicles, drivers do not need to pass a test, have an MOT or have any insurance and this makes it difficult for a person to make a claim for disability scooter accident compensation if they become involved in an accident with one.
The scooters are often driven by the elderly, many of whom do not have reactions as sharp as they once had and they can be hazardous when they drive the vehicle along at speeds up to eight miles per hour.
Over the years, mobility scooters have been increasingly popular, aiding the less able to complete shopping tasks, attend appointments and visit friends.
However, the scooters can cause a lot of disturbance, from shop display damage to even deaths as they were involved in eight fatal accidents and a thousand injuries in 2004.
One of the largest problems with mobility scooters is that they can be widely bought second-hand in whatever condition they happen to be in. If bought second-hand, they may not be in a good condition mechanically and are often unlikely to be suitable for an individual's particular needs.
Mobility scooters are an excellent way to encourage people to remain mobile and sociable, but safety should also be promoted with the use of a scooter.
It is a good idea if a person is taught how to drive a mobility scooter safely and appropriately before they begin using it for day-to-day life.
Incidents of personal injury can be caused due to the quiet electric engine of a scooter which can catch pedestrians unaware, particularly when the vehicle comes from behind. The lower level of the scooter can also mean that the driver might escape a pedestrian's line of vision.
To prevent accidents from happening involving disability scooters, both pedestrians and scooter drivers should be careful to remain aware of each other and respect each others' rights on the pavement.
Have you sustained a personal injury>
If you have sustained an injury from a collision with a mobility scooter you may be considering making a compensation claim for your pain, suffering and loss of earnings.
Here at YouClaim we have some of the best personal injury solicitors in the UK who can give you advice and information about pursuing an accident claim.
For more information about your eligibility to make a disability scooter accident compensation claim, contact one of members of staff by calling 0800 10 757 95 or start an online chat.
