Knoxville Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Motorcycle Accident Statistics & Facts

In 2007, there were 149 motorcycle accident fatalities in the state of Tennessee (www.tennessee.gov).
Of the 149 fatalities that occurred in 2007, 11 people were not wearing their helmets during motorcycle accidents.
In the year 2008, 145 people died during motorcycle accidents in the state of Tennessee and 124 of those people were in fact wearing helmets when accidents occurred.
It is a known fact that when people drink and drive, they increase their chances of being involved in an accident. One common cause of motorcycle accidents happens to be motorcycle riders drinking and then riding their bikes.
The majority of motorcycle accidents happen to occur during the evening hours when the roads are very dark. Therefore, motorcyclists must be more cautious while riding at night.
People in their 40s tend to have the highest motorcycle accident fatality rate. In the year 2008, 37 people age 40 - 49 died during motorcycle accidents compared to 7 people age 20 and below.
Statistics constantly prove that when people wear helmets, they reduce their chances of sustaining catastrophic brain and head injuries. They also increase their chances of surviving serious motorcycle accidents.
Many people think that weather is a major factor in motorcycle accidents. However, statistics show that in 98% of all motorcycle accident cases, weather is not a factor. More accidents are caused by driver negligence than poor weather conditions.
The most common place for a motorcycle accident to occur happens to be intersections. All too often, drivers violate the right of way while at intersections, which can lead to major motorcycle accidents.

Knoxville Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

The Law Firm of John Whitfield is committed to protecting the rights and best interests of those who have been injured during motorcycle accidents in Tennessee. If you would like to discuss your case with our professional team, contact our Knoxville motorcycle accident lawyers today!