Our Michigan car accident lawyers frequently represent victims of traffic accidents in a number of cases related to auto, pedestrian, bicycle, truck and alcohol related incidents in Monroe County, Southeast Michigan. The number of these types of accidents is discussed in the Southeast Michigan Traffic Crash Facts of 2007, which was published by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments in May, 2008. Its report was published in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Transportation and several other state and federal agencies.
Total Accident Statistics
The Monroe County region of Southeast Michigan region was witness to 4050 incidents of traffic Crashes in the year 2007. Out of the 324,174 traffic crashes recorded in the state of Michigan, the southeast region accounted for 140,115 traffic crashes (figure 2 of the report). Out of this, the City of Monroe accounted for a 4050 incidents (1.2%). The traffic crash rate was at 179 and was the least amongst the other counties in the state.
There was a rise in the traffic cases in the region with the 2007 figures at 4050, up from 3891 of 2006. This accounted for over 4% increase in the number of accidents for the year.
Average Age of Driver
The average age of the drivers who were involved in auto accidents in the State of Michigan were 35.1 years and over 23.4% of the fatal accidents in the state were involving persons in the age group 16 to 24. The young drivers in the Monroe County accounted for 37.9% of the accidents.
To see a county wide comparision of car accidents in Southeast Michigan, see this graph.
Biggest Cities in Monroe County
Monroe
Dundee
Luna Pier
Milan
Petersburg
Choosing the Best Lawyer For Your Accident Case
It is important to choose your Michigan car accident lawyer as soon as possible after your accident. This will guarantee that your claims are properly submitted in a timely manner. It will also assist the attorney in performing a prompt investigation of the accident so that witnesses can be located and interviewed, photographs can be taken, and the vehicle can be preserved for an inspection. A delay in hiring a lawyer can affect the ability to prove and win your case.
If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you should contact our office immediately and request our FREE BOOK, "The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook" by clicking on the book link. We will send it out immediately along with other important information.