Teen Struck on Scooter Near Winter St in Haverhill, MA

Haverhill, MA (July 8, 2026) – A teenage girl was taken to the hospital on Wednesday morning, July 8, after she was struck by a vehicle while riding a scooter near 172 Winter Street. The call came in around 8:54 a.m., according to Haverhill Fire.

Emergency units arrived on scene within minutes and began evaluating the teen. She was transported to Lawrence General Hospital shortly after 9 a.m. Her condition has not been confirmed.

No further details about the collision, including what led up to it, had been made public. The investigation remains active. 

We hope the teen makes a full recovery.

Who Is Liable When a Vehicle Strikes a Scooter Rider in Haverhill, MA?

Liability in a vehicle-versus-scooter crash usually comes down to which party had the right-of-way at the moment of impact, along with whether the driver was keeping a proper lookout for smaller, harder-to-see vehicles like scooters. 

Massachusetts treats scooter riders similarly to bicyclists in many respects, meaning to say that drivers are generally expected to exercise added caution around them, particularly in residential or mixed-use areas. 

Because a scooter offers little physical protection, injuries in this type of crash tend to be more severe than those in a typical vehicle-to-vehicle collision, even at lower speeds, and can include fractures, road rash, or head injuries depending on whether a helmet was worn.

When the person involved is a minor, any potential claim would need to be pursued on her behalf by a parent or legal guardian, which can add an extra layer to how the case moves forward. A Massachusetts personal injury lawyer can be particularly useful in a case that involves a minor, both in navigating the legal steps required for a parent to file on a child's behalf and to make sure medical documentation is preserved early.

Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence rule, so if a teen is found to share some responsibility for the crash, any recovery would be reduced accordingly rather than barred outright, as long as their share of fault doesn't exceed 50%.

At Fiorentino Legal, P.C., we have worked with many families across Massachusetts who have had to face the aftermath of an injury accident. If your child was hurt while riding a scooter or bike, we can evaluate your case and walk you through what legal path may be open for you. 

To learn more, you can contact our team at Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568. 

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