Hawaii Motorcycle Accident Laws and Statistics
If you have suffered personal injury or the tragic loss of a loved one in a motorcycle collision, you are not alone. According to 2007 motorcycle accident statistics on Hawaii crashes and injuries, there were 25 motorcycle accident deaths in the state that year, 76 percent of which were not helmeted, and 45 percent of which had a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of .01 or higher, at the time of the crash*. Although no amount of money can compensate for the physical and emotional trauma of suffering a motorcycle accident injury or the death of a loved one, obtaining a settlement for one's losses can minimize the financial stress often associated with recovering from a motorcycle collision. At Proner & Proner, we are committed to obtaining the damages to which our clients are entitled, thereby helping them recover financially from their losses. When you secure the services of our motorcycle accident attorneys serving Hawaii and the rest of the United States, we will provide the aggressive legal counsel you need and deserve.
Attorneys Dedicated to Protecting the Rights of Motorcycle Accident Victims
When a motorcyclist is injured or killed in a motorcycle collision caused by someone else's actions or negligence, the injured may be entitled to compensation for his or her injuries. State motorcycle accident law establishes the victim's rights, as well as the process by which he or she must file suit, who may be held liable for his or her injuries, and additional matters. Basic information on common motorcycle accident injuries, the components of a motorcycle accident settlement, and the process of pressing charges is as follows:
Types of Injuries
Since motorcycles do not protect riders from personal injury in the event of a crash, motorcycle accident injuries are usually catastrophic (e.g., back, burn, spinal cord, and brain injury) or fatal. Many victims also suffer relatively minor injuries, including "road rash" and broken bones. Whatever the severity of the injury, victims may be entitled to compensation for their injuries and should hire an experienced motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible after the crash.
Motorcycle Accident Compensation
When a motorcycle accident victim obtains damages for his or her injuries, the settlement amount compensates the financial losses he or she suffered because of his or her injuries - for example, his or her medical expenses, rehabilitative treatment, lost income, decreased earning potential, and household expenses during recovery. The settlement amount depends on a number of factors, including the severity of the victim's injuries, the skill of his or her lawyer, and state law.
Learn about motorcycle accident laws in Hawaii.
Filing a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit
Filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit involves a number of steps, including determining whether or not a victim has a case, investigating the accident, filing the required paperwork by the appropriate deadlines, and proving the fault of the liable party. Filing suit can be complex and overwhelming without the help of an attorney who has experience handling motorcycle accident claims. Our law firm provides services by a team of seasoned lawyers whose skill is proven by our track record of successful case resolutions. If you have suffered a motorcycle accident injury or lost a loved one in a crash, contact our firm today to schedule a free case evaluation with one of our motorcycle accident attorneys serving Hawaii. When you secure our services, we will work diligently to obtain damages for your injuries, pain, and suffering.
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
The following motorcycle accident statistics reflect accident trends in Hawaii and throughout the U.S. since 1998*:
- In 1999, there were 2,472 motorcycle accident fatalities and an additional 50,000 motorcycle accident injuries in the U.S. - an increase of 8 percent and 2 percent, respectively, from 1998 death and injury rates.
- In 2004, there were 21 motorcycle accident fatalities in Hawaii - 15 percent of the 142 motor vehicle accident deaths in the state that year. Approximately 52 of those 140 deaths (37 percent) involved driver impairment.
- In 2005, there were 30 motorcycle accident fatalities in Hawaii - 21 percent of the 140 motor vehicle accident deaths in the state that year. Approximately 58 of those 140 deaths (42 percent) involved driver impairment, while 13 of the 30 motorcycle accident fatalities involved rider impairment.
- In 2006, there were 21 motorcycle accident fatalities in Hawaii - 17 percent of the 161 motor vehicle accident deaths in the state that year.
- Hawaii is one of 21 states that include motorcycle safety in their highway engineering plans and 12 states without a motorcycle safety plan.
Contact Our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
If you have suffered personal injury or lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash, you need an attorney - and outstanding legal counsel as to your best course of action. Contact Proner & Proner to learn more about the law, motorcycle accident statistics, and other information. Our motorcycle accident attorneys welcome clients throughout Hawaii.
*Motorcycle accident statistic references: the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics, and Governors Highway Safety Association websites.
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