Pedestrian and Bicyclist Accident Fatality Rates in the United States

Generally speaking, the U.S. NHTSA reports that pedestrian and bicyclist accident fatality rates have declines slightly in recent years, even though their numbers have about doubled since 1995. Still, the numbers remain alarmingly high.

• NHTSA data indicates that in 2010 4,280 pedestrians died and around another 70,000 received injuries in accidents with motor vehicles. In that same year, 620 bicyclists died and about 52,000 more received injuries from accidents with motor vehicles.

• Our Houston pedestrian injury lawyers report that pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities account for approximately 14% of traffic deaths, although these categories make up only about 12% of travelers. For comparison, motorcyclists account for another 14% of traffic deaths and their relative numbers are even smaller, at around 5%.

• Intersections pose an especially serious risk to pedestrians and bicyclists. According to the Traffic Safety Coalition, 33% of fatal bicycle accidents and 24% of fatal pedestrian accidents occur at intersections.

Do you know of a Particularly Dangerous Intersection for Pedestrians and Cyclists? Call us to Report It

State and local authorities don’t always realize that a particular intersection poses real hazards until they receive reports about it. Contact us to report intersections and other areas that pose special dangers to pedestrians and bicyclists. We could make sure that your information reaches the right place. You can reach our Houston pedestrian injury lawyers direct at 281-369-4363 or anytime through our online contact form. Call today.