The Duke Firm, P.C. in Houston offers experienced motorcycle accident injury representation to those who have been injured in a motorcycle crash and work toward getting the settlement you deserve.
If you ever rode on a motorcycle, you know the bliss of the open road. However, with the freedom of the open road comes responsibility to operate your motorcycle safely.
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
According to 2007 data from Traffic Safety Facts provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) (www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/CATS/index.aspx), there were over 5,000 motorcycle rider fatalities in 2007. This number represents the largest amount of deaths since 1997. There were over 100,000 injuries involving motorcycles in 2007, almost double the amount in 1997, and still the highest number of injuries in the last ten years.
Motorcycle Accident Causes
Texas has the third highest number of fatalities in the United States in 2007, right behind Florida and California. Of the 375 fatalities, 60% were attributed to the rider not wearing a helmet. Thirty-nine percent had blood alcohol content over the legal limit of .08.
Additional significant causes of motor vehicle accidents in 2007 were collisions with motor vehicles, crashes into fixed objects, speeding, and riders driving with invalid licenses.
Motorcycle accidents also occur due to improper rider training, neglecting to understand a motorcycle’s limitations, and unsafe driving practices.
Motorcycle Accident Lawsuits
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident as a rider or passenger because of someone else’s fault, you have a right to be compensated for your injuries. Damages can be awarded for pain and suffering, medical expenses, property damage, and loss of wages if you are unable to work.
The Duke Firm in Houston is experienced in motorcycle accident litigation. We have successfully represented many clients in personal injury lawsuits that involved motorcycle crashes. We offer a free consultation to review your case. Call us in Houston at 888-314-5720, or complete our quick contact web form and a member of our staff will respond to you promptly.
