Although the statistics actually show that the number and severity of auto accidents in Florida decreased in 2008, the sheer numbers are still staggering. This serves as a reminder that whether you've already been involved in an accident or not, knowing where to turn to find an automobile accident attorney and the right medical professional in the wake of a crash is crucial.
According to the Florida Department of Highway and Safety Motor Vehicles' 2008 report, there were 243,342 traffic crashes in 2008. This total was actually down 5.02 percent from 2007's tally. Furthermore, there were 2,983 fatalities in 2008, down 7.39 percent from 2007. Digging deeper into the numbers, the statistics show that nearly every type of accident, including alcohol-related crashes, accidents involving bicycles, pedestrians or motorcycles, and teen driver accidents, all experienced a decline from 2007 numbers.
