Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Injury Lawyers
Attorney Representation in Phoenix, Arizona Since 1996
Motorcycle Accident Injuries
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) both actively compile figures for bike accidents. In a recent study, NHTSA determined that nearly 40,000 motorcycle riders per year die on U.S. roads. The vast majority of fatal crashes occur with single riders.
Further analysis of motorcycle accident injury statistics suggests some interesting conclusions. More than half of all motorcyclists killed in accidents were not wearing helmets. About 66% of fatality crashes involve operators speeding or otherwise driving recklessly. Four out of five fatalities happen off-road. Most motorcycle fatalities occur on divided roads and involve collisions with stationary objects. Six out ten fatal accidents happen at night. About a quarter of fatal accidents involve failed braking and/or steering attempts. Motorcyclists are nearly 16 times more likely to be killed in a crash than are motor vehicle operators. Head injuries are the most common cause of fatal bike accidents. And the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration study suggests that riders who wear helmets reduce their chances of being fatally injured by nearly 30%.
If you or a relative has been injured or suffered property damage as a result of a motorcycle accident in Arizona, you need sound legal guidance. Consult for free today with the highly experienced attorneys of Breyer Law Offices. For more than 12 years, our firm has delivered results and positive verdicts for our clients. We take cases on a contingency basis -- that is, we advance costs and only collect fees if and when we're successful in collecting for you. We're happy to discuss your case in more detail -- confidentially and at no obligation. Email us or all us now at 602-267-1280 to learn more about your rights and obligations under AZ law.
