Motorcycle crash facts

It's Sturgis week and motorcycles are everywhere.  Whether the rider is a recreational rider or one who rides 8-12 months a year...their safety is in YOUR hands.





The facts of motorcycle crashes:  Provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation:  (2010)

• 51% of all motorcycle fatalities collied with another type of motor vehicle.
• 1,999 of the two vehicle fatal crashes involved motorcycles and another type of motor vehicle.
• In 770 of these fatal crashes the other type of vehicle was turning left while the motorcycle was going straight, passing or overtaking another vehicle.
• In 446 of these crashes both the motorcycle and the other vehicle were going straight.

It's not just the young ones who are hurt in motorcycle crashes.  Inexperience plays a factor but some to not start riding until later in life. 


borrowed from http://www.nhtsa.gov/Safety/Motorcycles

• The average age of motorcycle rider fatalities is 42.
• The 40+ age group makes up 39% of motorcycle fatalities.

This age group are MOTHERS, FATHERS, SONS, DAUGHTERS, AUNTS, UNCLES!!!  This age group has MANY people in their lives that need them to come home safely and it is up to everyone to do their part in making this happen!

Yes there are other factors in motorcycle crashes and fatalities such as speeding, alcohol and, yes the rider was, not wearing a helmet.  These factors are out of YOUR control.  What is in YOUR control is always looking out for motorcycles when you are behind the wheel.  As drivers it is OUR responsibility to drive safe and protect ourselves and everyone else on the road.  We cannot control all factors but we do have the ability to control what WE do and how WE drive.

Please drive safe and watch for motorcycles.

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4th of July highest car accident holiday

Statistics from 2008 show that car accidents are highest during Fourth of July!  Yes, they are higher than New Years Eve!  According to Fox News and the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration 51% die from alcohol related accidents.  WOW!  That is crazy!!  I guess it makes sense....it's hot, people drink, it's a holiday. 


Car Accidents will change your life.  Many accidents that do not cause death cause injuries that are difficult to recover from.  Neck/Back injuries, whiplash, spinal cord injuries are just a few. 

If you are involved in a car accident call Zeisler & Associates to fight for your rights!!!  They are a small firm that get to know each and every client!  You will meet with an Attorney and the Attorney will know you personally!  Don't fall for the advertisements on the television from these large firms.  You are entitled to what you are entitled to so why not go with the firm who sees you as an idividual not a number!  Why not go with the firm who cares about YOU not the end result.

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