To date more than 100,000 motorcyclists have lost their lives as the result of a motorcycle crash. Some statistics say an average of twelve motorcyclists die every day. Recent studies show that motorcycle fatalities in any given year is double the total number of deaths resulting from all other forms of travel combined, including trains, planes and automobiles. The number of fatal motorcycle crashes has declined over the last decade; however, fatalities resulting from severe or disabling injuries sustained in motorcycle crashes have not. The decrease in fatal crashes is thanks in part to motorcyclists following guidelines recommended by safety programs such as the National Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Preventative measures like wearing helmets and obtaining valid motorcycle licenses have kept many bikers safe. Knowing how to protect yourself while riding can make a world of difference in how being involved in a motorcycle accident can affect your life, family and future.
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North Carolina Motorcycle Accident Statistics 2001-2006*
- Total # of accidents involving motorcycles: 19,321
- Total # of people involved in motorcycle accidents: 21,790
- Total # of vehicles involved in motorcycle accidents: 30,020
- Of the 30,020 motor vehicles involved in these accidents, 19,881 were motorcycles.
- Total % of people injured in motorcycle accidents: 84%
- During these five years, a total of 701 people lost their lives as a result of a fatal motorcycle accident in North Carolina.
In one year, there were 4,003 motorcycle accidents in the state of North Carolina. This was just last year. In 2006, 69% of these crashes resulted in serious injuries, while 11% led to disabling injuries for those involved and 3% were fatal. These statistics are alarming to say the least.
At Hardison & Cochran, our Raleigh motorcycle accident attorneys and staff are committed to assisting motorcycle drivers, passengers and their families cope with the consequences resulting from motor vehicle accidents. We are also committed to your safety. If you have lost a friend or family member or if you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact us. We can help.
Hardison & Cochran serves personal injury and accident victims throughout the state of North Carolina, including, but not limited to, Raleigh, Cary, Durham and Fayetteville, NC.
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*Based on data derived from sources including the NC Governor’s Highway Safety Program, NC DMV Crash Statistics and UNC Highway Safety Research Center.
