Fatal scooter crashes leave families grieving and searching for answers. Attorney Art Majlessi is a California trial lawyer who guides surviving families through wrongful death and survival actions arising from scooter accidents—pursuing justice and the compensation needed to move forward.

Why Fatal Scooter Accidents Happen

E-scooters and stand-up scooters offer little protection against cars, trucks, and roadway hazards. Deadly collisions often involve drivers failing to yield, distracted or impaired driving, unsafe left turns, dooring, poor lighting, and dangerous road conditions. In some cases, defective scooters or maintenance failures contribute to catastrophic outcomes.

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Under California law, eligible survivors may include the decedent’s spouse or domestic partner, children, and in some cases other dependents. Our firm confirms standing, identifies all at-fault parties (drivers, employers, public entities, product manufacturers), and preserves critical evidence from day one.

Wrongful Death vs. Survival Action

A wrongful death claim seeks the family’s losses—such as funeral and burial expenses, loss of the decedent’s financial support, and the loss of love, companionship, comfort, care, assistance, protection, affection, society, and moral support. A separate survival action, brought by the estate, may recover the decedent’s pre-death medical expenses, lost earnings, and—under current California law—the pain and suffering the decedent experienced before death.

Evidence That Wins These Cases

• Scene photos, traffic and business camera footage, and 911 data
• Vehicle EDR (“black box”) data and cellphone records
• Lighting/visibility studies and roadway defect inspections
• Product inspection for scooter defects or maintenance issues
• Expert testimony from accident reconstructionists and medical specialists

Deadlines and Special Procedures

Most wrongful death lawsuits must be filed within two years of death. Claims involving public entities often require an administrative claim within six months. We evaluate every applicable deadline and preserve your family’s rights.

Why Families Choose Art Majlessi

Art Majlessi prepares every case for trial, bringing leverage to negotiations and clarity in the courtroom. Families receive compassionate counsel, regular updates, and representation on a contingency fee basis—you owe no attorney’s fee unless we obtain a recovery.