Elderly woman calls for stricter e-scooter regulations after near-accident with rider.

87-year-old Mara, who must retake a driving test every two years due to her age, criticizes the lack of strict regulations for e-scooter riders, after a near-collision with one on a pedestrian crossing. She argues that e-scooter riders, who can be of any age and without a license, face fewer restrictions compared to older drivers. Peta Yujnovich from Slater and Gordon Lawyers noted that while e-scooter rules vary by state, riders can still be held accountable for speeding and other infractions.

November 10, 2024
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