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2008 and 2009 Massachusetts Fatal Car Accident Statistics
While car accident fatalities have decreased in Massachusetts, as well as nationally, hundreds of fatal car accidents still occur statewide every year. Below we have compiled some of the most recent Massachusetts car accident statistics available, including the early accident findings from the first half of 2009 and complete data from 2008.
In addition to car accident fatalities, we have also located some relevant information pertaining to fatal motorcycle crashes and pedestrian accidents, as well as accidents caused by drunk-driving in Massachusetts. It is our sincere hope that these numbers inspire everyone to drive a little safer and to give those who have lost a loved one to a tragic car accident the knowledge that they are not alone in their struggles.
For those who require legal assistance after losing a spouse or family member in a fatal car accident, the Boston personal injury law firm of Kiley Law Group is here to walk you through what can be a complicated legal process and help you get the compensation you deserve for your untimely loss.
2009 Fatal Car Accident Statistics and Projections
According to early NHSTA projections, 16,626 people have died nationwide in car accidents in the first half of 2009. This is a 7% decline from the same time period in 2008, which resulted in 17,871 car accident fatalities. These early figures are taking into account car accident reporting between January and June 2009, including data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS).
While these numbers are not complete and subject to change before FARS released their final 2009 data sometime next year, they do give us an idea about where we are headed.
Massachusetts Car Accident Fatalities 2008
37,261 people died in fatal car accidents nationwide in the year 2008 according to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), the main source of car accident fatality reporting in the United States. Of those lives lost, 363 car accident fatalities occurred in Massachusetts. While these numbers reflect a substantial 16% decrease in fatal accidents from the 434 Massachusetts fatalities recorded in 2007, we clearly still have a long way to go.
2008 Massachusetts Traffic Fatalities by Number:
- 42 motorcycle fatalities (majority of fatalities age 50-59)
- 75 pedestrian fatalities
- 164 alcohol-related fatalities (this includes both cars and motorcycles)
- 20 fatalities involving a large trucks
The majority of fatal Massachusetts car accidents took place in Middlesex and Worcester Counties between 2006 and 2008; however, when that data is broken down into percentages based on the population of that county, Berkshire and Franklin counties had the highest fatal car crash percentages for the year of 2008.
Contacting a Massachusetts Car Accident Attorney
If you have lost a loved one in a car accident in Massachusetts, it’s important to contact a Boston wrongful death lawyer who can ensure that you receive the compensation you require after your tragic loss. When you are interviewing wrongful death accident attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing law; what is the largest settlement or verdict you’ve obtained; and how many car accident cases have you handled and won?
Car accident lawyer, Thomas M. Kiley takes time when speaking with you about your case. Mr. Kiley will analyze all aspects of the incident, identify the negligent parties and hold them accountable! Kiley Law Group works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless we win your case!
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