Let's put the blame on the people who get hit by cars again!
The best fix would be protected lanes (not just paint on a tiny strip of the road), but since they won't bother, wear protective gear and keep your head on a swivel when you're out there!
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Scooter riders definitely seem to be often less safety conscious than cyclists in my experience. Probably 70% of cyclists in my area wear a helmet and 10% at most of scooter riders. I've also seen stuff like people riding on sidewalks and up to 3 people on a single scooter.
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Scooters with its small wheels and standing position are definitely more dangerous for the rider than bicycles. But micromobility is the future.
I just hope more riders who share the space with pedestrians realize that they should be more attentive.
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As someone who has been riding an e-scooter as my primary means of transportation in northern Utah for about 18 months, I've been very fortunate in having only a couple of near misses.
However, I've also been a CDL driver and use that training to keep myself as safe as possible. Using protective equipment certainly helps as well as extra lights for night riding.
The big problem I see is the short term rentals - there's no incentive/disincentive to use them responsibly. 90% or more of the time I see someone riding one down a sidewalk or against traffic, they're on a short term rental.
It's a multifaceted issue that requires better infrastructure, more education, and fewer cars
Ugh, shut the fuck up! Injuries happen. People heal. It's part of living an active life.
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