Memphis Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Motorcycle accident statistics are disheartening when you realize that many of these accidents and fatalities could have been avoided had drivers and motorcycle riders been more cautious or responsible on the road. At the Law Office of John Whitfield we believe in taking legal action on motorcycle accident victims’ behalf in order to hold the negligent driver responsible for what they have done. A Memphis motorcycle accident lawyer at our firm may be able to help you recover significant financial compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, emotional trauma and possibly more.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is a reliable source for traffic-related statistics throughout the U.S. Each year the NHTSA compiles informative statistics on a variety of traffic crashes, including motorcycle accidents. Following are some statistics from the NHTSA website:

In 2007, there were 103,000 motorcyclist injuries nationwide.
5,154 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes in 2007, throughout the U.S.
There was a 7% increase in motorcyclist fatalities in 2007, as compared to 2006 statistics.
144 motorcycle riders and passengers lost their lives in traffic accidents in Tennessee in 2007.

87% of these motorcyclists were wearing helmets.
27% had a blood alcohol concentration at or above .08%.

According to 2006 statistics, a motorcyclist is approximately 35 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle accident, as compared to drivers and passengers of other types of motor vehicles. Motorcycle drivers and passengers are also 8 times more likely to be injured.
Motorcyclists accounted for 13% of all traffic accident fatalities in 2007.
50% of fatal motorcycle accidents in 2007 involved a collision with another motor vehicle.

Motorcycle Accident and Injury Lawyer Serving Memphis, Tennessee

If you’ve been injured in a cruiser bike accident, sports bike accident or any other type of motorcycle accident in Memphis, Tennessee, an attorney at our firm may be able to help you. We offer a free initial consultation to help you get started.

Contact a Memphis motorcycle accident attorney at our firm today!