Colorado Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Fatality Analysis Reporting System, 431 fatal motorcycle accidents occurred during a five-year period from 2004 to 2008. These crashes cost millions of dollars in medical bills, lost wages, funeral expenses, and property damage for the loved ones of these victims. In addition to the costs associated with motorcycle accidents, they also cause a lifetime of anguish for the victim's families and friends.

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents – 2004-2008
Year	Fatal Crashes
2008	94
2007	93
2006	71
2005	92
2004	81

Helmet Use and Motorcycle Accident Fatalities

According to the NHTSA's FARS database, the majority of people killed in motorcycle accidents in the past few years were not wearing helmets.

Motorcycle Accident Fatalities 2004 - 2008
Helmeted vs. Unhelmeted	Fatalities	Year
30 vs. 68	98	2008
33 vs. 57	90	2007
13 vs. 61	74	2006
4 vs. 83	87	2005
19 vs. 62	81	2004

Motorcycle Accident Safety

Experts recommend that motorcycle riders wear helmets whenever they are operating or riding the vehicle. Helmet use can significantly decrease a person's chances of suffering a serious brain injury or death in the event of a motorcycle wreck. In addition to helmet use, riders can take motorcycle safety courses, remain vigilant on the road, and abstain from using mind-altering substances while driving motorcycles to prevent accidents.

Damages in Motorcycle Accident Cases

Those that are injured or killed in motorcycle crashes many be entitled to compensation for damaged property, medical expenses, lost income, and other costs associated with the accident.

Contact an Attorney

If you were injured in an accident, or your loved one was injured or killed, consult a motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible for a review of your case. An attorney can review your claim and determine if you are eligible for restitution.

The motorcycle accident lawyers of Proner & Proner have experience helping victims of Colorado motorcycle accidents.