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Idaho Accident Statistics (2006)

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Idaho experienced a three percent decrease in motor vehicle traffic accident fatalities from 2005 to 2006, down from 275 to 267 deaths. Automobile rivers experienced the highest percentage of fatalities, at an alarming 69 percent rate. From there, the passenger fatality rate was 27 percent and pedestrians were at 3 percent. Speed was to blame in most of these fatal traffic accidents, and most accidents occurred between two or more motor vehicles.

Almost 55% of those killed in Idaho traffic accidents were less than 45 years old. The number of people killed in alcohol-related auto accidents totaled 106 people or 40 percent. July was the month with the most reported fatalities at 27 deaths, and the highest percentage of fatal automobile accidents in Idaho occurred on Saturdays, as seen with many other states.

Idaho Large Truck Accident Statistics (2006)

Idaho had 795 large truck accidents (tractor trailer accidents, big rig accidents, semi-truck accidents, dump truck accidents, etc.) in 2006, 24 of which involved fatalities. Of the 2 4 fatal accidents, 29 people were killed. Additionally, there were 771 non-fatal large truck accidents, 495 of which involved injuries. Of those 495, 706 injuries resulted. Most of these accidents occurred on highways, as is seen with other states as well.

Idaho bus accident Statistics (2006)

Idaho saw a total of 36 bus accidents in 2006. Of these accidents, none were fatal accidents, but 30 bus accidents involved injury. Of all Idaho bus accidents in 2006, nobody was killed, but 49 injuries resulted.

Truck Accident Lawyers

Because large truck accidents are on the rise, and it is already estimated that someone is either killed or injured in a large truck accident every 20 minutes, the federal government has created the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR). The Regulations are the laws that govern truck drivers and trucking companies. When the FMCSR are not followed by truck drivers and truck companies, accidents often result.

An experienced personal injury lawyer who is familiar with truck accident cases will be able to determine if the FMCSR were followed prior to a truck accident. Experienced truck accident lawyers will be able to obtain the necessary and important records from a truck company or truck driver to determine possible violations of the Federal Regulations. If you would like to speak directly with a truck accident lawyer, please call my cell phone at 1-800-CAR-CRASH 1 (800) 227-2727. I will be happy to discuss the details surrounding your case. You can also send me an email to john@thepagefirm.com.

Idaho Interstates and Highways

Several Interstate Highways and U.S. Highways serve Idaho. Those most frequently traveled include:

I-15 (north/south)
I-20 (east/west)
I-26 (east/west)
I-30 (east/west)
I-184 (southwest/northeast)
U.S. Highway 2 (north/south)
U.S. Highway 12 (north/south)
U.S. Highway 20 (east/west)
U.S. Highway 26 (east/west)
U.S. Highway 30 (east/west)
U.S. Highway 93 (north/south)
U.S. Highway 95 (north/south)

Idaho Facts

Idaho is a Pacific Northwestern state, bordering six other states: Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. The state also borders the Canadian province, British Columbia. Idaho is the 14th largest state, covering over 83,000 square miles. The state has approximately 1.5 million residents, making it the 12th smallest state in America. The state is known for its extensive national recreation areas, including several wildlife facilities and conservation areas. Idaho’s capital and largest city is Boise.

Idaho Transportation

Besides the sprawling interstate and highway systems, Idaho offers several other means of transportation. Idaho offers air travel through Boise Airport, Spokane International Airport, Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport and Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport to name a few. The state also has railway services provided by Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) and Union Pacific Railroad. Finally, Idaho provides sea transport through the Port of Lewiston and several rivers that accommodate barge travel.

Idaho Cities

Some of the largest cities in Idaho are: Boise, Idaho Falls, Nampa, Pocatello and Meridian- each of which have over 50,000 residents, and Caldwell, Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston, and Twin Falls- each of which have over 30,000 residents.

Idaho Counties

Idaho Department of Transportation Information

DISTRICT 1
600 W. Prairie
Coeur d´Alene 83815-8764
(208) 772-1200

DISTRICT 2
2600 Frontage Road
P.O. Box 837
Lewiston 2083501-0837
(208) 799-5090

DISTRICT 3 8150 Chinden Boulevard
P.O. Box 8028
Boise 83707-2028
(208) 334-8300

DISTRICT 4
216 So. Date Street
P.O. Box 2-A
Shoshone 83352-0820
(208) 886-7800

DISTRICT 5
5151 South 5th
P.O. Box 4700
Pocatello 83205-4700
(208) 239-3300

DISTRICT 6
206 North Yellowstone Highway
P.O. Box 97
Rigby 83442-0097
(208) 745-7781

Important Information

If you are involved in an Idaho truck accident, you need an experienced Idaho trucking accident attorney who has successfully handled tractor trailer accident cases on your side. You and your family need protection from the truck company and their insurance company. Trucking companies often destroy documents and other pertinent evidence crucial to the accident in question. An experienced personal injury lawyer can stop the truck company from destroying these documents and protect your legal rights.

Because of the serious nature of truck accidents and the destruction of evidence that goes on, I can be reached toll free, 24 hours a day at 1-800-CAR-CRASH 1 (800) 227-2727. Call me personally and I will immediately alert our truck accident team and begin taking the same steps as the truck company and their insurance company. The call and consultation are free. There is no fee unless we recover for you.

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