Electric bikes (or e-bikes) have become a common sight on Las Vegas roads. They’re fast, convenient, and environmentally friendly, but when an accident happens, determining fault can be complicated. E-bike crashes often involve multiple vehicles, confusing road rules, and serious injuries.

At High Stakes Injury Law, we help injured victims throughout Las Vegas recover compensation after accidents, including e-bike crashes. Our experienced team understands how these cases work and is ready to protect your rights when the unexpected happens.

E-bike riders in Las Vegas face many of the same dangers as cyclists, but their increased speed can lead to more severe injuries and greater risks. Some of the most common causes of e-bike crashes include:

• Driver negligence – Motorists who fail to yield, speed, or drive distracted often cause e-bike collisions.
• Dooring accidents – A parked driver opens their car door into the path of an e-bike rider.
• Poor road conditions – Potholes, missing signage, or unclear bike lanes can make safe riding nearly impossible.
• Defective e-bikes – Brake failures, battery malfunctions, or other product defects can result in serious crashes.
• Pedestrian conflicts – Sidewalk riding, especially in tourist-heavy areas, can lead to e-bike-pedestrian collisions.

Understanding what caused the crash is the first step toward identifying who is at fault.

In Nevada, the party at fault for causing the accident is generally responsible for paying damages. That may include:

• Car or truck drivers who failed to watch for cyclists or violated traffic laws
• Other e-bike or scooter riders who acted recklessly
• Manufacturers of faulty e-bike components
• Cities or property owners responsible for hazardous road conditions

Sometimes, more than one party may share responsibility.

Nevada follows a modified comparative negligence system. If you were partially at fault for your e-bike crash, you can still recover compensation, as long as you’re less than 51% responsible. Your final compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.

For example, if you’re awarded $100,000 but were 25% responsible for the accident, you’d still receive $75,000. Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto injured riders, which is why it’s critical to have a legal team on your side from the beginning.

Protect your legal rights and your health by taking the right steps immediately after a crash:

1. Call the police and file a report.
2. Seek medical treatment even if injuries don’t seem serious at first.
3. Photograph the scene, including vehicles, road signs, and your injuries.
4. Collect contact information from any witnesses.
5. Avoid discussing fault with others at the scene.
6. Talk to a Las Vegas injury attorney before speaking with insurance companies.

Every detail matters. Acting quickly can make all the difference when building a strong claim.

If someone else caused your crash, you may be eligible for compensation that includes:

• Emergency medical bills
• Ongoing treatment and therapy
• Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Damage to your e-bike and personal property

At High Stakes Injury Law, we aggressively pursue every dollar our clients deserve. We know how devastating these accidents can be—and we know how to win.

If you’ve been injured in an e-bike crash in Las Vegas, don’t wait. At High Stakes Injury Law, our experienced attorneys fight for victims throughout Las Vegas and Clark County. Whether your crash happened downtown, in a residential neighborhood, or on a busy commercial street, we’re ready to help.

Call (702) 444-3228 or contact us online for a free case review. You pay nothing unless we win.