Fatal motorcycle accidents have increased significantly in Wisconsin this year compared to last year. In 2010, 99 people have already lost their lives. This includes 92 drivers and 7 passengers. The figures for 2009 were 71 drivers and 7 passengers.
Over the past five years, an average of 95 people have died and 721 have been seriously injured in Wisconsin motorcycle crashes.
Losing 99 people in nine months means that almost 10 motorcycle riders or passengers are dying in crashes every month.
The popularity of motorcycling in Wisconsin is reflected in the amount of riders. The number of licensed motorcycle riders is up about 21 percent in the last decade and is now over 475,000. The number of cars and truckers has also increased. With so many vehicles on the road, safety requires everyone- motorists and truckers, as well as motorcyclists - to be more aware of each other in order to share the road safely.
"Start seeing motorcycles" has to become more than a bumper sticker; it has to be a reality. Many motorcycle crashes could be avoided if other motorists were careful about watching for motorcycles and allowed them to share the road equally.
The high number of fatal accidents and serious injuries makes the need for greater safety awareness all the more important.
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. An attorney can provide information about your options and evaluate any potential claims.
