Los Angeles Skateboarding Accident Attorney

Skateboarding is often some people’s preferred mode of transportation. Whether a skateboard is used to go across a college campus, at the beach, on the sidewalk, on the street, or anywhere else, skateboarders may be the victims of severe accidents. Skateboarders are often vulnerable because operators of motor vehicles could be not paying attention or there could be a huge crack in the public sidewalk, and countless of other reasons. There is often confusion over the laws meant to protect skateboarders and bicyclists. More than 60,000 children and teens in the U.S. were treated in hospital emergency rooms each year due to skateboarding accidents. Skateboarders are likely to suffer from more serious injuries or be killed when a motor vehicle hits them. At MKS Law Group, our personal injury attorneys can provide the support you will need to get compensation for the injuries caused from the negligence of others. 

Common Injuries from Skateboard Accidents:

Some injuries that can occur while skateboarding include fractures, broken bones, bruises, sprains, cuts, spinal cord injuries, back injuries, neck injuries, brain injuries, and internal bleeding. The personal injury attorneys at MKS Law can assist you or your loved one get compensation for injuries obtained from a skateboard accident in Los Angeles.  

Laws Involving the Safety of Skateboarding 

California Vehicle Code § 21212(a) states, “ all skateboarders who are younger than age 18 are required to wear helmets.” 

California Vehicle Code § 21968 prohibits the use of motorized skateboards on roadways, trails and sidewalks.  

Los Angeles County Code § 15.54.010 forbids skateboarding at speeds of 10 miles per hour or more as well as skating on roads or highways that have grades that are 3 percent or more.  

What Should You Do After Your Skateboard Accident: 

If you get in an accident while skateboarding, you should consider doing the following: 

• Seek medical assistance to ensure you are okay. Even if you think you are fine immediately after the accident, some health issues may go undetected if left unchecked such as internal bleeding. 

• Obtain a police report by calling law enforcement to file a formal report 
• Obtain information from the other party who caused your injury 
• Speak to a Los Angeles Skateboard injury attorney at MKS Law Group to help you navigate through your claims. 

Contact a Los Angeles Skateboard Attorney at MKS Law Group  

If you or your loved one has suffered from injuries while skateboarding, you can potentially have a legal cause of action against those responsible for those injuries. The Los Angeles personal injury attorneys at MKS Law Group can help you. Our firm has experience pursuing personal injury claims on behalf of injured victims. We will fight to protect your rights and we will do everything in our power to fight for your right to compensation. Compensation can cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Call our law firm today at (310) 904-9222 for a free consultation.