4 Key Factors from the Latest Kentucky Traffic Accident Statistics

A traffic safety performance report conducted in every state reveals new insight about Kentucky motorists' propensity for accidents, and traffic accident fatalities. If you've been hurt in a Kentucky traffic accident, contact a Jefferson County accident attorney who can help.

Recent statistics for Kentucky: 

• Significantly more traffic fatalities occur in rural rather than urban areas. Although we commonly associate motor vehicle collisions with cities and urban sprawl, 645 of the 791 fatal car accidents that occurred in Kentucky in 2009 took place on rural roads.
• Fatalities on Kentucky roads continue to occur at a higher incidence than in the United States overall. Across the board, Kentucky ranks higher than other states for rate of road fatalities compared to the US average in fatal traffic accidents.
• Although fewer people have died in traffic accidents each year since 2005, alcohol remains a factor in the same proportion of deadly accidents. Although Kentucky has lower proportions of alcohol-related fatalities than the US average, alcohol-related deaths on the road are still happening at the same ratio.
• Roadway departure accidents are the most prevalent causes of deadly accidents. Of the 791 fatal accidents in 2009, 542 involved a roadway departure, a severe accident type which involves a vehicle crossing a center line or edge line.  

Contacting a Jefferson County Accident Attorney

A Jefferson county accident attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your injury claim after a Kentucky traffic accident. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 800-634-8767 or 502-210- 8942.