At Barthelette Law, we proudly represent bicycle accident victims. In this post, we will look at Palm Beach County’s 2021 bicycle accident statistics!
The statistics cover the dates from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021 and are taken from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles’ website.
We will now take a close look at Palm Beach County’s 2021 bicycle accident statistics. Additionally, we will discuss other common questions concerning bicycle accidents.
Palm Beach County’s 2021 Bicycle Accident Statistics
- How many bicycle accidents were there in Palm Beach County in 2021?
- How many fatal bicycle accidents were there in Palm Beach County in 2021?
- What was the total number of bicycle accidents in Florida in 2021?
- What are common causes of bicycle accidents?
- Can I recover my lost wages in my bicycle accident?
- Can I recover damages for pain and suffering in a bicycle accident?
- Are my medical bills recoverable in a bicycle accident?
How many bicycle accidents were there in Palm Beach County in 2021?
In 2021, there were 423 bicycle accidents in Palm Beach County. Notably, in 2020 there were 373 bicycle accidents in Palm Beach County.
Additionally, of the 423 bicycle accidents from last year 401 of the accidents involved injuries. This means nearly 95% of all bicycle accidents last year involved injuries. But, this should come as no surprise because bicycles, unlike cars, lack protection.
How many fatal bicycle accidents were there in Palm Beach County in 2021?
Last year, there were 7 fatal bicycle accidents in Palm Beach County. For comparison, Dade County had 17 fatal bicycle accidents – over twice the number of fatalities as Palm Beach County.
What was the total number of bicycle accidents in Florida in 2021?
In 2021, there were 6,389 bicycle accidents in Florida with 182 fatalities.
What are common causes of bicycle accidents?
Common causes of bicycle accidents include:
- Inattentive driving
- Distracted drivers
- Improper lane change or other improper maneuvering
- Poor road conditions, including poor weather and wet roads
- Drug or alcohol use
- Drowsy driving
Can I recover my lost wages in my bicycle accident?
Yes, you can recover your lost wages in your bicycle accident!
For an in-depth discussion on this topic, click here.
Can I recover damages for pain and suffering in a bicycle accident?
Indeed, you can recover damages for your pain and suffering in connection with your bicycle accident. For a closer look on this topic, click here.
Are my medical bills recoverable in a bicycle accident?
Medical bills are often quite high after a bicycle accident, as bicycle accidents often involve serious injuries. Under Florida law, you can recover your medical bills in connection with your bicycle accident.
For a closer look at this topic, click here.
Barthelette Law – Your Palm Beach County Bicycle Accident Lawyer
At Barthelette Law, we have the privilege of representing bicycle accident victims in Palm Beach County and all of Florida!
If you have a question that is not found in this post, do not hesitate to call (561) 246-4137 or email us today. All consultations with our law office are free and confidential.
It would be our privilege to represent you!
Ride safely!