New Kentucky Traffic Accident Statistics: Driving Under the Influence

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducts an annual study of traffic accidents in each state. A portion of the Kentucky traffic accident statistics research is dedicated solely to accidents related to or caused by DUI. If you have been involved in an accident or have questions about a statistic or the study, speak with your Louisville accident attorney.

Kentucky Traffic Accident Statistics Related to DUI

Over previous years fatal accidents in Kentucky related to driving under the influence has stayed fairly steady with minimal increase. In 2009, drunk driving caused 25% of all fatal accidents in the state compared to the national average which was 32% in 2009.

While the state average of fatalities in total has been consistently higher than the national average, when it comes to averages based on DUI accidents the state is always lower.

When discussing fatal motorcycle accidents involving DUI on the other hand, numbers ran very high. The study showed that an astonishing 60% of fatal traffic accidents in Kentucky, for 2009, were caused by a motorcyclist driving under the influence.

Before you become involved in an accident, help protect yourself by learning about the full report of latest statistics with the help of a Louisville accident attorney.

Contacting a Louisville Accident Attorney

A Louisville accident attorney at Gray and White Law can help you handle every aspect of your Kentucky car accident claim. If you've been injured in Kentucky, contact us today for a free evaluation of your case - 1-800-634-8767 or 502-210- 8942.