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Florida Today-December 8, 2011-According to the article a motorcyclist died after running into the back of vehicle on State A1A on Wednesday in Cocoa Beach, Brevard County, Florida. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet when his Kawasaki motorcycle struck a 2002 Toyota Corolla. The motorcyclist was taken to Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Brevard County, Florida where he later died of his injuries.

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Florida Today-December 6, 2011-According to the article Wickham Road in Melbourne, Brevard County, Florida was temporarily closed down due to a motorcycle accident that occurred late Monday night. The motorcyclist suffered a severe head injury in the motorcycle crash. The motorcyclist was flown to Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Brevard County, Florida. The article goes onto say a Dodge pickup truck was northbound on Wickham Road when it started turning left into Krispy Kreme. The motorcyclist was traveling southbound and tried to avoid the collision by laying down his motorcycle on the wet pavement. The motorcyclist ended up sliding into the door of the truck. The rider of the motorcycle was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident and suffered serious head injuries. The driver of the pickup truck was no injured in the crash.

If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, you can benefit from the experience and knowledge of the Brevard County motorcycle accident lawyers at Charpentier Law Firm, P.A.

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Car accidents can be very trying times for victims as well as their love ones. This is especially true when it comes to serious motor vehicle accidents. What’s important in the immediate aftermath is the recovery of the accident victim, though an eye also needs to be on a person’s legal entitlements following a motor vehicle accident. That’s why you can count on a Brevard County injury attorney from our firm. We are attuned to these needs and it informs our approach to legal filings and proceedings. (more…)

Florida is one of the most populated states in the nation. According to the most recent census, our state is home to more than 18.8 million people. It should come as no surprise that there are many auto accidents that happen in Florida each year given these numbers. With that said, it becomes all the more important why you need to speak with legal counsel following any sort of auto accident or motor vehicle collision that affects you or one of your loved ones.

A Brevard County personal injury attorney from the Charpentier Law Firm will be able to represent your legal interest and assist you in receiving just compensation if you were injured or if a loved one was injured or killed in an auto accident of some kind. We’d like to take an opportunity to look at some state auto accident statistics and nationwide truck accident statistics so you know just what the expect the next time you are on the road.

According to 2009 numbers from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FHSMV), there were a total of 235,778 auto accidents in the state. Of these accidents, 107,731 of the accidents resulted in property damage only. There were 197,214 injuries to the motorists, passengers, and bystanders involved and there were also 2,563 fatalities from auto accidents.

Alcohol played a part in a number of these accidents. The same FHSMV numbers from 2009 recorded 20,085 alcohol-related auto accidents and motor vehicle crashes. Of that number, 8,994 alcohol-related crashes resulted in injuries and 921 alcohol-related ended in death. Those numbers do not account for all the deaths caused by alcohol-impaired drivers, however, as they are related to crashes only. Full numbers reveal 14,130 alcohol-related injuries and 1,004 alcohol-related fatalities, which just shows just how tragic drinking and driving can be.

Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable on the road. Looking at the FHSMV numbers from 2009, a total of 8,313 motorcycle crashes were recorded. What’s alarming is that 7,435 motorcyclists themselves were injured in these accidents and 376 motorcyclists were killed. (The numbers also showed 26 passengers on motorcycles were killed in accidents.) This should serve as a reminder to be extra safe when driving a motorcycle.

We want to switch gears and look at national large truck accident numbers compiled by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in 2006. These numbers are based o police-reported motor vehicle collisions, and they just go to show why speaking with Brevard County truck accident attorneys is so important. Approximately 368,000 large truck accidents were tabulated nationwide. Of these, approximately 287,000 resulted in property damage only. An estimated 77,000 large truck accidents wound up being injury accidents. There were also a recorded 4,321 fatal large truck accidents.

If you or someone that you care about has been hurt in an auto accident, you need a legal team that will fight for you and your rights every step of the way. To speak with members of the Charpentier Law Firm about your case and to find out how we can help, contact our Central Florida personal injury attorneys today.

Super Bike Magazine-September 2009

The number of people killed in motorcycle accidents on Britain’s Roads fell 16% in 2008.

There were 588 motorcycle accident fatalities in Great Britain during 2007

There were 493 motorcycle accident fatalities during 2008

The total number of motorists either killed or seriously injury saw a significant reduction in Great Britain falling 10% from 6,737 in 2007 to 6,084 in 2008. Unfortunately this figure remains higher than the 5,885 deaths or serious injuries that occurred in Great Britain in 2006.

The number of motorcycle related casualties overall in Great Britain in the year 2008, fell by 8% to 221,549.

The drop in motorcycle related deaths and injuries in Great Britain was in line with a general reduction in casualties in Great Britain with 14% fewer road deaths overall.

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Model 2009 K1300 GT/2009 K1300 S. BMW is recalling certain model year 2009 K1300 S and K1300 GT motorcycles manufactured between October 1, 2008 and May 1, 2009. According this recall, in certain riding conditions involving vibration, the brake fluid in the front reservoir and foam. This could lead to a reduce braking capability of the front brake system, possibly resulting in a crash.

BMW has not yet provided NHTSA with a remedy or a notification schedule. However, owners may contact BMW at 800-831-1117. NHTSA Campaign ID #: 09V202000

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BMW is recalling MY 2009 F800 GS vehicles. The axle shaft wall thickness may not have been manufactured according to specifications. Consequences: if the wall thickness was not sufficient, the axle shaft could deform and could break, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: dealers will inspect the axle shaft assembly and replace or repair the necessary components without charge. Owners may contact BMW at 800-831-1117. NHTSA Campaign ID# 09V088000.

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