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Motorcycle Accident Statistics
With rising gasoline prices, motorcycles are becoming a more viable form of transportation for money conscious commuters. As of 2005, there were 6.2 million motorcycles of the road in the United States, according to data from the Federal Highway Administration.
While motorcycles are an economical and fun mode of transportation, there are significant dangers that come with them. Because of the lack of outer protection, injuries sustained during a motorcycle collision tend to be more significant than in cases with automobiles. Brain and spinal cord injuries are common during motorcycle accidents. These types of injuries require long recovery periods and sometimes the effects are permanent. According to information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2006, there were approximately 104,000 motorcycle accidents in the United States. It was also determined that the fatality rate of these accidents was 5.5 times greater than that of an automobile.
Motorcycles, because of their size have a tendency to be less visible than four-wheeled vehicles. It is much easier for a motorcycle to end up in a blind spot than an automobile. In the majority of motorcycle accidents with other vehicles, the primary cause was that the automobile operator did not see the motorcyclist. Motorcycles are also more susceptible to road conditions and weather.
Motorcyclists have as much of a right to be on the road as any other motorist. If you are injured in a motorcycle accident because of negligence on the part of others, it is critical to hire a personal injury attorney to make sure that you receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. Contact the Houston Motorcycle Accident Attorneys of Norris and Cantu for a case evaluation. The attorneys and staff at Norris & Cantu will evaluate your case and develop a proper strategy to make sure you receive justice.
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