Motorcyclist More Than 35 Times More Likely To Die in a Pennsylvania Crash than Others in Motor Vehicles
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, last year there were 4,193 wrecks, 4,077 injuries, and 237 accident deaths in Pennsylvania involving motorcyclists. Per mile traveled, bikers are more than 35 times more likely to die in a crash than people driving in cars. These statistics are quite sobering.
As an experienced Pennsylvania motorcycle attorney (since 1979) and biker since the age of 13, it is no surprise that the danger and risk of death and injury to a motorcycle driver is most likely from other drivers who don’t see the motorcyclist. There is a very informative website www.livefreeridealive.com which is owned and sponsored by PennDOT and is worth checking out and has some great safety tips and information.
Chance always favors the prepared man and always the prepared biker. As biking season gets into full swing, always inspect your bike, keep it in good working order, make sure it is inspected, that your tires have no microcracks and always watch out for the other guy who may not be watching you.
If you or a loved one has any questions regarding motorcycle safety and the laws of Pennsylvania or are involved in an accident while operating a motorcycle, please feel free to contact one of our experienced Pennsylvania motorcycle accident lawyers for a free no obligation consultation at 1-800-421-9595 or online at www.reiffandbily.com.
