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Brooklyn New York Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Brooklyn Motorcycle Accident Information
Motorcycle accidents in most cases involve serious injuries and fatalities. Victims of motorcycle accidents may suffer traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, or undergo amputations, which are all catastrophic injuries - conditions that affect them for the rest of their lives and cause permanent disabilities. Those injured in Brooklyn motorcycle accidents caused by someone else's negligence can seek compensation not only for their present medical expenses, but also for future loss of income and expenses related to their continuing medical treatment and care.
New York Motorcycle Accident Statistics
According to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles 2008 Summary of Motorcycle Accidents, there were:
- 5,396 total New York motorcycle accidents - A large percentage of these New York accidents caused an injury to the motorcycle rider involved.
- 184 fatal motorcycle crashes - 188 people were killed in these accidents. The family of someone killed in a Brooklyn auto crash may file a wrongful death claim against negligent parties to recover damages such as lost future income, medical and funeral expenses, loss of love, etc.
- 5,290 personal injuries - Head trauma, broken bones and lacerations are common motorcycle accident injuries that require extensive medical care as well as time away from work.
- 183 New York motorcycle accidents involving alcohol - 16 people were killed and 151 people were injured in New York motorcycle crashes involving alcohol in 2008. Drunken drivers can and should be held accountable for the accidents, injuries and damages they cause.
- 770 accidents involved failure to yield right-of-way - Motorcycles are substantially smaller than normal passenger vehicles. So it is common for negligent and distracted drivers to overlook them. It is the responsibility of all drivers to be aware of pedestrians, bicyclists and motorcyclists at all times.
- 247 motorcycle accidents involved vehicle defects and malfunctions - Auto product defects caused by either faulty design or an incorrect manufacturing process, or both, can lead to serious injuries or fatalities.
- 861 crashes involved environmental factors - Debris on the road, limited visibility, uneven pavement and slippery roads -- can all lead to a serious injury motorcycle crash. Motorcyclists are more vulnerable to hazardous roadways than the occupants of other covered passenger vehicles. Please remember that if your auto accident injuries were the result of an unsafe roadway condition, then you may also hold the governmental agency responsible for the road's maintenance, liable
If you have been injured in a Brooklyn motorcycle accident or Brooklyn traffic accident because of someone else's negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. It is crucial that you consult with a Brooklyn motorcycle accident attorney before your statute of limitations runs out.
Brooklyn Personal Injury Claim
Injured victims of Brooklyn motorcycle accidents often face a number of unexpected costs. Medical expenses, therapy bills, present and future time away from work and pain and suffering are all costs associated with a motorcycle accident.
If you have been injured in a Brooklyn motorcycle accident, please contact the experienced Brooklyn personal injury lawyers at Wingate, Russotti, Shapiro & Halperin, LLP, for a free consultation and comprehensive evaluation of your claim. Call us 212-986-7353 to discuss your Brooklyn motorcycle accident case.
