Ohio Auto Accident Statistics

Car accidents are an unfortunate reality on Ohio's roadways, as they are throughout the rest of the country. In 2008, there were a total of 320,876 auto accidents, according to the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS). However, the vast majority of these crashes did not result in injuries or death. About 236,000 of auto accidents that occurred that year resulted in property damage-only claims.

Annual Fatalities and Injuries Report

The number of fatalities and injuries associated with car crashes has steadily decreased in the past five years, according to the ODPS.

Fatal and Injury Accidents - 2004 - 2008
Year	Fatal Accidents	Injury Accidents
2008	1,099	77,296
2007	1,163	79,674
2006	1,142	83,297
2005	1,229	88,641
2004	1,162	94,058

Types of Vehicles Involved in Car Accidents

Passenger cars are the most type of vehicle, so it is not surprising that the majority of accidents involve this type of vehicle.

Vehicle Types and Crashes in 2008
Vehicle Type	Crashes
Passenger Vehicles	349,180
SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicle)	85,317
Trucks	89,848
Heavy Trucks	10,736
Motorcycles	5,075
Public Safety Vehicles	2,571
Public Transportation	1,250
Other Motor Vehicles	7,918
Bicycles (includes Pedalcyclists)	2,048
Pedestrians (includes Skaters)	2,785
Other Non-Motor Vehicles	243
Unknown	7,365

Auto Accident Lawsuits

Auto accident victims and their families are familiar with the high costs that can be associated with car crashes. When a person is seriously injured or killed in an auto accident, the victim and their loved ones may be faced with medical bills, loss of income, funeral bills, property damage, and other costs. However, if your accident was caused by another person or party's negligence, you may be entitled to legal damages. For example, if a reckless driver, auto defect, or dangerous road conditions cause the accident, you can file suit against the individual or persons responsible for the crash.

Contact a Car Accident Attorney

If you or a loved one has been involved in an auto accident, contact an attorney as soon as possible to find out if you have a personal injury lawsuit. Auto accident victims may need a lifetime of medical care while being unable to work. That is why it is so important to consult a qualified auto accident attorney who can help you file suit and prove liability on the part of person or party that played a part in causing the crash.