# E-Scooter Safety in the Crosshairs | Jersey News

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Podcast: [Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/jersey-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568828)
Published: 2026-07-10T19:19:58+00:00
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E-scooter injuries are surging in ERs, but New Jersey’s new e-bike law leaves them untouched—creating confusion and safety gaps. While the law mandates licenses and insurance for faster e-bikes, low-speed scooters (under 19 mph) are exempt, leaving higher-speed models in regulatory limbo. Experts say these faster scooters may already be street-illegal under older rules. Despite their convenience for short trips, risks are mounting: speed, no helmets, and poor infrastructure are causing serious injuries—especially among young riders. Surprisingly, studies show e-scooter riders aren’t more likely to suffer severe harm than bike riders, but behavior and city design are the real culprits. Cities are cracking down, with some banning scooters outright, while companies like Lime add speed limits and training. The real danger? Riders ignoring rules and sidewalks, putting themselves—and pedestrians—at risk. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f28b4a807345130d

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