A Practical Guide to the Law and Regulation of E-Bikes and E-Scooters

The law regarding electric scooters and electric bikes is often misunderstood. This book aims to set out the law and regulations that govern their use in a simple and helpful manner. It considers the practical issues that might arise should an electric scooter or bike be involved in an accident, with a focus on negligence, illegality and insurance. The book is primarily written with personal injury practitioners in mind but will also be helpful to criminal lawyers, regulatory lawyers and members of the public looking to understand the status of electric scooters and electric bikes under the law of England and Wales. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kane Simons is a barrister at 18 St John Chambers in Manchester specialising in personal injury litigation. He has a particular interest in claims involving cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians. CONTENTS Introduction PART ONE – E-SCOOTERS Micromobility Devices A Motor Vehicle? Purchasing E-Scooters Rental E-Scooters Criminal Law Penalties Seizures Local bans Enforcement Claims by E-Scooter Riders Claims Against E-Scooter Riders Claims Against Rental Companies Future Trends PART TWO – E-BIKES E-Bikes and the Need for Regulation The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983 The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles (Amendment) Regulations 2015 The Pedal Cycle (Construction and Use) Regulations Liability and Contributory Negligence Speed Pedelecs Non-Compliant E-Bikes Insurance Delivery Riders Criminal Penalties The Future