Motorcycle Crashes and Fatalities in North Carolina

The Outer Banks are blessed with beautiful scenery, wide open spaces, and excellent weather most of the year. So, it should come as no surprise that Northeastern NC is a popular destination for touring.

What could be better than a ride from Duck to Nags Head on a cool, clear autumn day?

Unfortunately, even following a modest decrease in motorcycle accident fatalities (approximately 2%) in the 2017-2018 reporting year, the incidence of car vs. motorcycle collisions remains dangerously high.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics indicate motorcyclist deaths are 28x more frequent than other vehicle fatalities.

What are the primary causes of motorcycle accidents?

Motorcycle accidents are not just a problem among young, inexperienced riders, as is often the perception. Nearly half of the state’s fatalities were among riders between the ages of 40 and 59.

North Carolina is one of 20 states with universal helmet laws – meaning everyone on a motorcycle, regardless of age, must wear a DOT-approved helmet with chinstraps secured while riding. A helmet can prevent a catastrophic injury.

Alcohol continues to be a major contributing factor to all accidents, as approximately 42% of motorcycle riders who died in single-vehicle crashes have blood alcohol levels exceeding the legal limit (.08%).

How are motorcycle wrecks different?

The injuries associated with a collision can be life-changing in any wreck. Accidents involving cyclists are often both more serious and more consequential.

A lot has to do with the relative masses of the vehicles involved. The causality of wrecks also adds to the nature and extent of injuries.

Many motorists are simply not on the lookout for motorcyclists and pull out in front of them. Motorists in autos and trucks also often do not see motorcycles, even if they’re otherwise cautious drivers.

Any collision can result in significant trauma when both car and motorcycle are traveling full-speed. Being forced off the roadway at highway speeds can easily result in catastrophic injury and losses.

Even more minor, low-speed collisions commonly involve significant hand, wrist, shoulder, and lower-leg injuries. The incidence of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) is also more common.

The human body absorbs the blunt-force associated with the wreck instead of airbags and exterior bodies. It comes down to velocity and mass. Motorcyclists almost never come out on the winning end of that calculation.

Outer Banks Motor Cycle Accident Lawyer – Danny Glover

If you or a loved one has suffered injury as a result of a motorcycle crash in Northeastern North Carolina, it is important to immediately seek legal representation.

Danny Glover is a courtroom lawyer, dedicated to zealous advocacy, attention to detail, and trial skills.

It truly is an honor to help clients in need with their legal troubles. I’ve spent my entire legal career serving people who live, work, and visit the Outer Banks – Danny Glover, OBX Lawyer

We charge nothing for consultations at our law office. Everything you tell us is strictly confidential. Lawyers keep secrets.

What are the legal fees?

We handle accident cases on a contingency basis. That means we only charge a legal fee if we win your case or otherwise are able to achieve a settlement.

Fees are based on a percentage of that recovery. That’s what’s commonly referred to a Contingent Fee or Contingency Fee Basis. If you receive nothing in settlement or after trial, no legal fees are charged.

If you have questions about your legal matter, we’re here to help. You may reach Danny Glover directly by email at: Danny@DannyGloverLawFirm.com

CALL NOW: 252-299-5300

*Filing fees and the costs associated with the presentation of a legal claim are the responsibility of the client.