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Report States that Nevada Motorcycle Accidents Are On the Rise

Written by Las Vegas Accident Lawyers Monday, 25 April 2011 13:35

Many efforts have been made both in Nevada and across the country to bring down the number of motorcycle accidents that occur.  Overall, these efforts seem to have brought about positive results, as it appears that on a national scale, the number of motorcycle accident deaths that occurred in 2010 could continue a recent downward trend.  While that's obviously positive news, the preliminary conclusions drawn by a recent statistical analysis state that the number of fatal Nevada motorcycle accidents could be higher in 2010 than they were during the previous year.

According to a report compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association, overall motorcycle fatalities dropped by approximately 2 percent in 2010 as compared to 2009.  The GHSA is a non-profit entity that generally works to assist state highway safety offices.  Specifically, there were 4.465 fatalities that were the result of motorcycle accidents in 2009, and that number dropped to 4,376 or fewer in 2010.  The final statistics will not be ready for a few months as some states are still compiling this information.

Nevada Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Clearly, the overall number of fatalities resulting from motorcycle accidents on a national scale is somewhat encouraging.  However, the same cannot be said for Nevada motorcycle accidents.  According to the report, 42 people were killed in Nevada motorcycle accidents in 2009.  Although the number through the first nine months of 2010 indicated a slight drop, the final numbers are expected to show an increase in Nevada motorcycle accident fatalities for all of 2010. 

Nevada Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Obviously, the fewer Nevada motorcycle accidents that occur, the better it is for everyone.  However, if someone is injured or killed in a Nevada motorcycle accident and it's the result of a negligent driver, that person or that person's family could file a Nevada personal injury lawsuit in response to the incident.  If these lawsuits are filed and they are successful, they could lead to damages awards that compensate the families for their losses, both tangible and intangible in nature.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a crash, you need to seek the help of Nevada motorcycle accident lawyers who have been fighting successfully on behalf of injured clients and suffering families for many years.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.