If you or a member of your family has been affected by injury or loss due to a motorcycle accident, it is imperative that you contact our team of New York-based personal injury lawyers today. Call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for immediate attention to your case. We will fight for you!
Each year approximately 2,000 motorcyclists are killed and another 50,000 are injured as a result of traffic collisions. Alarmingly, these often devastating incidents are commonly not the fault of the motorcyclist.
Motorcycle Accident Statistics: The motorcyclist isn’t always to blame
- Three-quarters of motorcycle accidents involve a collision with another vehicle (most often a passenger automobile).
- Roadway defects are responsible for 2% of motorcycle accidents.
- The majority of accidents are caused by the failure of other motorists to see motorcycles in traffic.
- Intersections are the most common place for a motorcycle accident.
- Weather is a factor in 2% of motorcycle accidents.
- Over 60% of motorcycle accidents result in fuel system leaks and spills, causing a fire hazard.
- The average speed of a motorcycle accident is less than 30mph.
Legal Advice for Motorcycle Accidents
Due to the lack of structural protection, a motorcycle accident of any magnitude is extremely dangerous. There are many specialized laws that deal with motorcycle accidents, and if you have been affected, it is important you seek processional guidance from a qualified attorney.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a motorcycle accident please call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for a free case evaluation.
