Skateboarder Hit by a Car? Buddy Fights for Riders.
Drivers and police often blame the skater. Our job is to prove the driver was negligent, the road was hazardous, or both.
Bodily Injury
Skating injuries are often catastrophic — head trauma, broken bones, road rash. We document all of it.
- ER, surgery, and follow-up care
- Concussion and TBI treatment
- Physical therapy and rehab
- Pain and suffering
Property + Future Loss
Replacement gear, future medical needs, time out of work or school — the long-term picture.
- Skateboard and gear replacement
- Future medical care
- Lost income or scholarship impact
- Quality of life
Common Causes of Skateboard Crashes
Most skater-vs-driver crashes have predictable patterns. Knowing the cause is the first step to identifying the at-fault party.
Driver Turning
Drivers making right turns at intersections without looking for skaters.
Failure to Yield
Drivers pulling out of driveways or side streets without checking sidewalks.
Distracted Driver
Cell-phone-distracted drivers don’t see skaters until too late.
Road Hazards
Potholes, debris, broken sidewalks — sometimes the city is liable.
Evidence Has a Shelf Life.
Skid marks fade. Cam footage gets overwritten. Witnesses scatter. Acting fast wins cases.
Georgia’s general personal-injury deadline
Under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, most personal-injury claims must be filed within two years. Cases involving minors can pause that clock — but evidence still fades.
What We Recover for Skater Victims
Skateboard crash cases recover medical costs, future care, and the long-term impact. We document every dollar of harm.
Direct Costs — Documented
- ER, surgery, and concussion care
- Physical therapy and rehab
- Lost wages or school missed
- Replacement skateboard and gear
- Prescription medications
Property + Future Loss — Representative
- Future medical care and surgeries
- Diminished earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- TBI long-term effects
- Loss of enjoyment of life
How We Prove a Skater Case
Every skater-injury case is a negligence case. We establish the four elements and counter the “skaters are reckless” narrative.
Duty
A legal obligation to act safely was owed to the decedent.
Breach
That duty was violated by the defendant’s conduct.
Causation
The breach directly caused the death.
Damages
The family and estate suffered real, measurable losses.
How We Handle Your Skater Crash Case
Fast, thorough, transparent. While the driver’s insurance is blaming the skater, we’re already preserving evidence.
Call, text, or come in. We talk to you within minutes — 24/7.
Spoliation letters, scene investigation, witness interviews — within 48 hours.
Driver’s liability, your UM/UIM if applicable, homeowner’s for sidewalk hazards.
Medical records, expert testimony on TBI when relevant.
Settle for full value when possible — file suit when required.
Frequently Asked Questions
I was hit on my skateboard. What do I do first?+
Get to safety, call 911, accept medical attention. Skateboard crashes often involve concussions that don’t show symptoms immediately. Call us before talking to insurance.
Can I sue if I was on the sidewalk?+
Yes. Even if you were skating where you “shouldn’t” have been, drivers still owe a duty of reasonable care to people on or near the road.
What if the skater is a minor?+
Georgia tolls (pauses) the statute of limitations for minors. The 2-year clock starts when the minor turns 18 — but evidence still fades, so don’t wait.
What if the skater was partially at fault?+
As long as the skater was less than 50% at fault, recovery is still possible. The award is reduced by the skater’s percentage of fault.
Does it cost anything to speak with you?+
No. Consultations are free and we only charge a 25% contingency fee if we recover on your behalf.
Skater Hit? Don’t Let Insurance Pin It on You.
Free consultation. 25% fee, nothing unless we recover. Two years from the crash isn’t as long as it sounds.
Call (844) 422-8339 Now — It’s Free