[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/is-florida-the-most-dangerous-state-for-motorcyclists\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/is-florida-the-most-dangerous-state-for-motorcyclists\/","headline":"Is Florida the Most Dangerous State for Motorcyclists?","name":"Is Florida the Most Dangerous State for Motorcyclists?","description":"According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, the Sunshine State could very well be the most dangerous state for motorcycle enthusiasts. Shockingly, the number of motorcyclists killed in Florida is higher than in California, even though Florida has a significantly smaller population. In fact, from 2014 to 2015, there was a 30 percent...","datePublished":"2018-08-27","dateModified":"2025-01-06","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/author\/zimmet\/#Person","name":"Zimmet & Zimmet","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/author\/zimmet\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3010bdac5ced5112b2840e84f5233c0b7d763a33cb3d5b6de07a5a4b44884d69?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/3010bdac5ced5112b2840e84f5233c0b7d763a33cb3d5b6de07a5a4b44884d69?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Zimmet & Zimmet","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/footer-logo-blue.svg","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/footer-logo-blue.svg","width":0,"height":0}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Is-Florida-the-Most-Dangerous-State-for-Motorcyclists-scaled-1.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Is-Florida-the-Most-Dangerous-State-for-Motorcyclists-scaled-1.jpg","height":1711,"width":2560},"url":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/is-florida-the-most-dangerous-state-for-motorcyclists\/","about":["Motorcycle Accidents","Personal Injury"],"wordCount":569,"keywords":["Is Florida the Most Dangerous State for Motorcyclists"],"articleBody":"According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, the Sunshine State could very well be the most dangerous state for motorcycle enthusiasts. Shockingly, the number of motorcyclists killed in Florida is higher than in California, even though Florida has a significantly smaller population. In fact, from 2014 to 2015, there was a 30 percent increase in motorcycle-related fatalities, which many experts attribute to a lack of helmet use. While 83 percent of Florida motorcyclists say they wear a helmet, in reality, only about 47 percent actually do.Common Causes of Motorcycle AccidentsUnfortunately, lack of helmet use is just one of the many reasons why\u00a0motorcycle fatalities\u00a0are on the rise. Because of the typically sunny weather, motorcycles are popular in Florida, which means there are more motorcyclists on the roadways at any given time. What\u2019s more, many motorists simply fail to recognize motorcyclists on the road. While most drivers are \u201cconditioned\u201d to watch out for other cars and trucks, many see a motorcyclist with actually \u201cseeing\u201d them.When you add in a substantial elderly population in the state, which conceivably contributes to accidents in which the driver fails to see a motorcyclist on the road, it\u2019s easier to understand why there were\u00a0motorcycle deaths\u00a067 Miami-Dade County in 2015, and 26 motorcycle fatalities just two years ago in both Orange and Lee Counties.Driver Distraction Is Dangerous for MotorcyclistsDistracted driving causes an untold number of auto accidents. While experts now believe distracted drivers could be the number one cause of auto accidents, distracted driving is tough to definitively prove. After all, few drivers admit to driving distracted following an accident. Despite the fact that our society takes great pride in multi-tasking abilities, driving is one activity that should always have 100 percent of a driver\u2019s attention.Yet every single day, drivers engage in various forms of distracted driving, including:Talking on their phonesTextingFiddling with the controls in the carChanging radio stationsUsing GPS navigationEatingChecking on backseat passengersTalking to passengersPersonal groomingOther Causes of Florida Motorcycle AccidentsMany motorcycle accidents are the result of an inexperienced driver. A motorcycle requires significantly more experience and coordination to operate than a car. Since a majority of motorcyclists are self-taught, their experience may be lacking. Whether taking a curve too fast, braking too quickly or driving in a manner which is not appropriate for inclement weather, the inexperience of a motorcyclist can quickly result in tragedy. Road hazards like potholes, oil slicks, ruts in the road, rain puddles, tree limbs or debris, and uneven pavement can also cause serious motorcycle accidents.Contact Our Florida Motorcycle Accident Attorneys TodayIf you\u2019ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Daytona Beach, Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, or anywhere else in the state of Florida, the steps you take immediately following the accident could significantly impact your claim.Motorcyclists often face an uphill battle when seeking compensation, which is why you need an experienced Florida motorcycle accident attorney in your corner. At Zimmet & Zimmet, our lawyers have the skills and resources needed to tackle even the most complex motorcycle accident. Contact us\u00a0today at (386) 255-6400 for a free initial consultation and review of your case.Have you been injured in an accident or fall? Do You have question and want to know your legal options. Call 386-255-6400\u00a0for a free consultation and remember there is NO FEE unless WE Win."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Is Florida the Most Dangerous State for Motorcyclists?","item":"https:\/\/www.zimmetzimmet.com\/blog\/is-florida-the-most-dangerous-state-for-motorcyclists\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]