Leading Onewheel Accident Attorneys in Scottsdale, Arizona

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A onewheel is a self-balancing electric skateboard with a single, large wheel in the center of the board. It uses gyroscopic sensors to maintain balance and provide a smooth, responsive ride. It is powered by an electric motor that provides propulsion. The motor’s power allows the rider to reach up to 25 mph, depending on the model and conditions.

Onewheels have gained significant popularity in Arizona due to the state’s vast, scenic landscapes and favorable weather conditions, providing ideal outdoor activities. Unfortunately, riding onewheels is not without risks.

At Swenson & Shelley Law, our Scottsdale personal injury lawyers know that onewheel accidents can be attributed to a range of factors, including motorist negligence such as distracted driving, failing to yield, or not seeing the rider due to the onewheel’s lower profile, leading to collisions with riders.

Unfortunately, that’s not the only hazard onewheel riders face. Product defects, such as sudden power loss, sensor malfunctions, and structural weaknesses, can lead to unexpected falls or loss of control. These defects are hazardous as they often occur without warning, leaving riders unable to react quickly.

If you or someone you love has been injured or tragically lost their life on a onewheel in Arizona, contact our Maricopa County personal injury attorneys today to discuss your claim during a free consultation.

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Onewheel Accident Law in Scottsdale

Defective Onewheels are Causing Significant Crashes, Injuries, and Fatalities in Arizona

Onewheel defects are increasingly being linked to severe crashes, injuries, and fatalities among riders. These self-balancing electric skateboards can experience malfunctions such as sudden power loss, sensor failures, and motor issues, which can cause the device to stop abruptly or behave unpredictably.

Such defects can lead to riders being thrown off balance, often resulting in high-impact falls at considerable speeds. Injuries from these incidents can be severe, including fractures, head trauma, spinal injuries, and, in some tragic cases, fatalities.

Unfortunately, this isn’t a minor issue. Last year, all models of Onewheel self-balancing electric skateboards were under recall after at least four deaths and multiple injuries were reported in recent years, federal regulators said. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the 300,000 now-recalled electric skateboards, manufactured by California-based Future Motion, can stop balancing a rider if the boards’ limits are exceeded, which risks serious crashes and severe injuries like paralysis, traumatic brain injury, fractures, and ligament damage.

Regulators said people who own an impacted Onewheel skateboard should stop using it immediately. The recall affects all Onewheel electric skateboards—including Onewheel, Onewheel+, Onewheel+ XR, Onewheel Pint, Onewheel Pint X, and Onewheel GT—sold online and through independent retailers from January 2014 through September 2023.

Based on a rough estimate of sales nationwide, tens of thousands of people could be affected, and dangerous Onewheel products on the market could still hurt hundreds more. If you have been injured in a onewheel accident in Arizona or lost a loved one who was riding, contact our experienced personal injury lawyers in Scottsdale today.

Driver Negligence Can Cause Catastrophic Onewheel Accidents, Injuries, and Fatalities in Arizona

Onewheel manufacturing defects are not the only cause of these severe accidents in Arizona. Driver negligence can lead to catastrophic Onewheel accidents, injuries, and fatalities in Arizona due to several critical factors.

They may include, but are not limited to:

  • Distracted driving, such as texting or using in-car technology, significantly reduces a motorist’s awareness of Onewheel riders, who have a lower profile and are less visible on the road.
  • Failure to yield the right of way, especially at intersections or crosswalks, can result in severe collisions.
  • Speeding exacerbates the danger by reducing the time drivers have to react to Onewheel riders and increasing the force of impact in the event of a crash.
  • Impaired driving due to alcohol or drugs severely impairs a driver’s judgment and reaction times, further endangering Onewheel users.

Arizona’s varied terrain, including urban and rural areas, means Onewheel riders frequently share roads with vehicles, which can significantly increase their risk of being involved in a crash.

If you or someone you love has been hit by a negligent driver while riding an Onewheel in Arizona, contact our skilled personal injury lawyers in Scottsdale for help today.

We take the pressure off our clients from their first call to our office. During our free consultations, our compassionate lawyers and support staff do more than hear the details of your case. We listen to how your personal injury incident has impacted your daily activities and overall quality of life.

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Call us today at (480) 418-9738 or contact us online to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. During this consultation, you can learn immediately whether your claim is eligible for legal action.

We do not charge any fees upfront for our services. Instead, you pay us only if we secure payment for you. That makes getting legal help accessible and allows you to focus on your recovery. Contact us now to learn more.