<div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>A driver is at a loss after a parked e-bike damaged their car on a </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/sydney" rel="" target="" title="Sydney"><span>Sydney</span></a><span> street.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The motorist parked their vehicle on a street in the city's west this month and returned to find the Lime bike resting against their car.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The driver contacted the bike sharing company to lodge a complaint.</span></div></div><div><div id="adspot-mobile-medium"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/uk-eta-passport-scheme-how-dual-citizens-have-been-impacted/884e44d6-d134-48f5-9281-b46e2c1818ca"><strong><span>Panicked expats and 'ten pound poms': The people impacted by passport rule</span></strong></a><span></span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/anthony-albanese-evacuated-from-the-lodge-in-canberra-due-to-security-incident/998ef480-4ad4-4cba-a05c-859eed9d64e5"><strong><span>Albanese 'all good' after security threat against prime minister</span></strong></a><span></span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Lime told the driver the company did not contribute to the incident and this was instead the result of "actions by third parties or environmental factors".</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The driver posted a screenshot of the reply from Lime after the company reviewed their case.</span></div></div><div><div class="OUTBRAIN" data-reactroot="" data-src="//www.9news.com.au/national/sydney-roads-drivers-dilemma-after-ebike-damages-car-on-city-street/fc2750b0-f711-40d7-acca-d1941ff3d64c" data-widget-id="AR_5"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"We're truly sorry to hear about this unfortunate situation," the screenshot said.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"After carefully reviewing the details, it appears that no action by Lime contributed to this incident.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"Instead, this incident resulted from actions by third parties or environmental factors."</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The company recommended the driver reach out to their insurance provider to explore potential options under their policy.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Nine.com.au has contacted Lime for comment.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/chris-baghsarian-remains-found-in-search-for-missing-grandfather-sydney/66bdff80-d78a-4f28-974f-a9b31bf840be" rel="" target="" title="Police swoop on two homes after grandfather allegedly kidnapped, killed"><strong><span>Police swoop on two homes after grandfather allegedly kidnapped, killed</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/the-grumpy-baker-staff-member-fired-after-pouring-cooking-oil-down-stormwater-drain-in-coogee-sydney/247a9673-6893-4492-b52c-e1449f49480a" rel="" target="" title="Man fired after pouring cooking oil down the drain outside popular bakery "><strong><span>Man fired after pouring cooking oil down the drain outside popular bakery</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The driver took to social media to share their frustration. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"Today I learned Lime won't take any responsibility if a badly parked Lime bike damages your car," the driver said.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"Why are they allowed to park blocking footpaths again?"</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>As e-bikes continue to grow in popularity, what can you actually do if an e-bike damages your car?</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>What are your rights if an e-bike damages your car?</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>University of Technology Sydney legal academic Julian Dight said the relationship between a bike sharing company and the hirer of an e-bike is known as a bailor and bailee relationship or a "bailment for reward".</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>This means there is a temporary transfer of possession of goods from one party to another for payment.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"The hirer pays a fee to hire the e-bike," Dight said.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"On its face one could argue that the hirer of the e-bike was negligent in allowing the e-bike they hired to fall onto the vehicle causing the plaintiff's vehicle damage.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/wisetech-to-cut-up-to-2000-jobs-ai-restructure/e1626bc8-91d7-43db-8390-13ea2e0a6eb5"><strong><span>Aussie tech giant set to cut up to 2000 jobs for AI 'efficiency'</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/finance/inflation-australia-january-2026-cpi-interest-rates-implications/6b382a95-929e-4fda-9d88-1df3ed7cc0b0" rel="" target="" title="Incoming blow to Aussie households 'inevitable' after hot inflation"><strong><span>Incoming blow to Aussie households 'inevitable' after hot inflation</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"Even though Lime Pty Ltd was the owner of the e-bike, they were not responsible for such damage unless the plaintiff or the hirer of the e-bike could show that the e-bike was not fit for purpose or was faulty in some way causing damage to the vehicle.  </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"The last person to hire the e-bike is responsible for putting the bike back in its place on the allotted spot in an orderly fashion. </span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"If anything, the previous hirer is liable for the damage to the car, not Lime."</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>However there are other factors that can lead to damage.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"A gusterly could have also pushed the bike onto the car causing damage," Dight said.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>What are your options if your car is damaged?</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>If your parked car is damaged due to an e-bike, Dight said the first step is to contact your insurer.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>"No current law would provide a remedy to this car owner," he said.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Insurance companies can offer advice on the next steps for motorists to take.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><h3><strong><span>What should e-bike riders do at the end of a ride?</span></strong></h3></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Each bike sharing company has their own rules for its users.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>According to the </span><a href="https://help.li.me/hc/en-au/articles/115004745967-Ending-your-ride" rel="" target="" title="Lime website"><span>Lime website</span></a><span>, riders should park in designated areas without blocking access to walkways and roads.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The bikes must be upright and with the kickstand down.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The bikes should not block pedestrian pathways, building entrances or driveways.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Riders must also take care to park according to the city rules.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><em><span>NEVER MISS A STORY:</span></em></strong><span> </span><em><span>Get your breaking news and exclusive stories first by following us across all platforms.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><ul><li><strong><em><span>Download the 9NEWS App here via</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://apps.apple.com/au/app/9news/id1010533727" target="_blank"><strong><em><span>Apple</span></em></strong></a><span> </span><strong><em><span>and</span></em></strong><span> </span><a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nineNewsAlerts.nine.com&amp;hl=en_AU&amp;pli=1" 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