Auto Accident Statistics

Tampa and Lakeland Auto Accident Stats

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) there are about 43,000 people who are killed in car accidents each year in the United States. Roughly, 40% of the fatal crashes are alcohol-related. In addition to fatal accidents, about 2.9 million people are injured each year and two of the main factors that increase the risk of causing an auto accident are alcohol consumption and speeding.

The NHTSA estimates that alcohol was involved in 40% of all fatal auto accidents, and in 9% of injury causing auto accidents in 2006. In the same year, there were 17,602 fatalities in alcohol-related accidents, which correspond to about one every 30 minutes. According to the NHTSA speeding is another of the main contributing factors to auto accidents, and was found by the NHTSA to be a factor in 31% of all fatal crashes.

Here at The Brooks Law Group, we don't want you or a family member to be one of those statistics. Our auto accident practice doesn't rely on hearsay, or the reports of insurance companies. We thoroughly investigate all aspects of your auto accident, obtain the advice of medical professionals, preserve evidence, and work to get you the highest compensation for your injury that is possible. Many times we settle auto accident cases out of court to avoid accident litigation. If you have been in an auto accident, or are unhappy with a settlement you received and want to appeal the auto accident lawsuit, we can help.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an auto accident due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to speak with an experienced attorney to help you obtain compensation.

The Brooks Law Group is experienced in handling auto accident cases; in addition any initial consultations with our firm are free. For more information, call us at 1-888-WE-MEAN-IT (888-936-3264), or contact us by e-mail. Alternately, feel free to complete our web form.