According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 4,976 people died, and 88,000 people were injured in motorcycle accidents in the United States. The fatality rate for motorcycle accidents in 2015 was the highest rate since 2012, increasing by 8.7 percent from 2014 to 2015.
States the don't have a universal motorcycle helmet had a much higher percentage of motorcycle deaths compared to states that have passed universal helmet laws. The Insurance Information Institute reports that motorcyclists were 27 times more like to die in accidents during 2014 than occupants of cars.
The occupants of passenger vehicles are much more likely to die or to be injured in a large truck accident than the driver of the truck, about 70 percent more likely. This large discrepancy in truck accidents is due primarily to the size and weight of the vehicles involved. A car can't withstand the impact of a collision with a large truck as well as the large truck. The size and weight of the large truck cause the car to be crushed in an accident.
The same is true in motorcycle accidents. A motorcycle weighs much less and is far smaller than a truck or car. When the motorcycle is involved in a collision with a car or truck, the difference in size and weight is a negative factor for the motorcyclist. Furthermore, the motorcyclist has nothing to protect him or her from the impact with the other vehicle. The rider is defenseless except for a helmet and possibly protecting clothing designed for motorcyclists. Unfortunately, helmets and clothing don't offer the same protection as airbags, seatbelts, and a surrounding metal structure.
Motorcyclists are more susceptible to poor road conditions than occupants of cars and trucks. A motorcycle only has two tires that grip the road. When road conditions are poor, two tires are not as good as four or more tires. Being on two tries can place the rider in more danger than the occupants of a car in some circumstances. This can be a distinct disadvantage for riders, and it can put them at a higher risk of injury and death in a motorcycle accident.
It is important to understand that the types and amounts of damages you may be entitled to receive depends on several factors. Our Lexington motorcycle accident attorney can discuss the details of your claim during your free consultation.
You can reach the Shelton Law Group by telephone at 1-888-761-7204 or by using the contact form on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our Lexington motorcycle accident attorneys. Get the information you need from an experienced Lexington motorcycle accident attorney before you talk to the insurance company for the other driver.
By Rob Shelton| 2017-02-21T17:51:55-05:00 February 20th, 2017|Auto Accident, Auto Accident Injury, Car Accident Lawyer, Kentucky Law, Motorcycle Accident, Personal Injury|Comments Off on Am I At A Greater Risk For Injury Because I Ride A Motorcycle?


Photo of the Jacob Kelley House courtesy of Bill Segars.
As the Union army of Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman blazed a trail of destruction through the Confederate south in February and March of 1865, many homes were burned, many possessions stolen, and many lives lost. Some communities in the Upper Pee Dee region suffered great indignities at the hands of greedy Federal foragers, and the echoes of their terror still reverberate through family lore in Cheraw, Society Hill, and Hartsville.
Sherman's army built up bloody momentum after the burning of Atlanta in November of 1864, and the Federals rolled uncontested to Savannah after a five-week "March to the Sea." But razing Georgia did not slake their thirst for vengeance; Sherman wrote that his soldiers were eager to punish South Carolina, as it was the first state to secede.
"The truth is that the whole army is burning with an insatiable desire to wreak vengeance on South Carolina. I almost tremble at her fate but feel that she deserves all that seems in store for her," Sherman wrote in a letter dated December 24, 1864.
60,000 Union soldiers moved into South Carolina in early January of 1865. The Federals divided into two columns: the Right Wing (with the 17th and 15th Corps) and the Left Wing (with the 20th and 14th Corps). During their advance, the northern army lived off the land, foraging for food to feed soldiers and some 30,000 horses and mules. This often led to confrontations with landowners who resisted the forcible seizure of their crops and the butchery of their livestock.
Residents anticipating the arrival of Union armies tried their best to conceal food and valuables, often burying jewelry and money in barrels safely away from the main house. Sometimes those anticipating siege would gorge themselves on precious turkeys, hams, and alcohol to keep the nutrition and libations from enemy hands.
"Every day we had a real Christmas dinner," wrote Elizabeth Alston Pringle of Cheraw, who was 19 at the time of Sherman's march.
The Federals had to contend with muddy roads, flooding, and skirting attacks from Confederate mounted patrols, but they slogged toward Cheraw and foragers (who traveled ahead of the army) crossed Lynch's River on Feb. 26, 1865. After a mighty struggle through flooded lowlands, the core of the northern troops followed and numerous violent clashes with Confederates under the command of Gen. Hardee and Maj. Gen. Matthew Butler ensued. Multiple fatalities – from heavy shelling, mini ball and cannon fire, and sabre slashes – occurred before the Yanks finally claimed Cheraw.
Though under orders to behave honorably – with Union Gen. Howard even banning cursing among his men – many among the occupying force seized the opportunity for theft. Large quantities of heirloom furniture and personal treasures had been shipped to Cheraw from the lowcountry for safekeeping, and the Union soldiers plundered these items with gusto.
The Federals withdrew from Cheraw on March 7, leaving raided homes, empty larders, dead horses, and shallow graves in their wake.
The behavior of many Union soldiers in this invading force can be traced up the chain of command to Sherman himself, who had a reputation for dealing harshly with Confederate soldiers and civilians alike. In one such instance, a Union forager was beaten to death near Lynch's River, and a southern prisoner named James M. Miller was executed by firing squad in retaliation – this was done in accordance with standing orders from Gen. Sherman.
Union soldiers camped for a few days in early March near the Kelley Farm just outside Hartsville, and though family members suffered loss of their horses and mules, meat, corn, baled cotton, and personal possessions, the Federals were evidently kept in line by their commanding officer. John Eugene Smith was a Swiss born soldier brevetted as a Major General when he led the 15th Corps to the Kelley Farm.
When foragers first arrived on the property, they menaced the family and shot their dog, but one soldier suggested that the matriarch accompany him to headquarters and ask for a guard, who then stood watch and protected the home from those with a mind for destruction.
"Mother came back with a guard, who told her that all we could put in the house would be safe. We put some meat and corn right down on the floor," wrote Martha Kelley, who passed away in 1931.
Though Sherman's march left many towns in ruin and many homes burned to the studs, Maj. Gen. Smith left the 1820-built Kelley home much as he found it, and the Jacob Kelley House stands today as one of the oldest and most historic homes in Darlington County.


RULES governing coastal and inshore fisheries must be overhauled to protect stocks and ensure food supplies for sea birds, says the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.
The birds rely on fish for food and last year was their worst on record for breeding on UK coasts, it says.
The poor season was blamed largely on the decline of sand eels, thought to be affected by rising water temperatures due to climate change.
Heavy fishing by industrial fleets is likely to exacerbate the problem.
The RSPB call for action comes as Environment Minister Elliot Morley is expected to outline details for draft marine legislation in a speech at the Coastal Futures 2005 conference starting today in London.


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Upcoming Free Family and Youth Educational Programs at the National Archives
Press Release · Thursday, March 31, 2016
Boeing Learning Center
This spring and summer, the National Archives holds numerous free educational public programs for families and students. These programs are open to the public and will be held in the Boeing Learning Center of the National Archives Museum in Washington, DC. Attendees should use the Special Events entrance on Constitution Avenue at 7th Street, NW. Metro accessible on the Yellow and Green lines, Archives/Navy Memorial/Penn Quarter station.
Wednesday, April 13, 10 - 11 a.m.
Story Time in the ReSource Room for Pre-Schoolers and Adults
It's story time at the National Archives! Join us to enjoy stories, activities and crafts about friendship between nations. This program is designed especially for 3-5 year olds and accompanying adults.
Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Cherry Blossom Family Day
Celebrate the National Cherry Blossom Festival at National Archives with fun, hands-on activities exploring the many ways countries show their friendship! Investigate treaties and learn about some of the interesting gifts countries have given our government. This program is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation, through the support of John Hancock Financial.
Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Amending America Family Day
Only 27 times out of 11,000+ proposals have Americans changed, or amended, the Constitution. Come explore some of the successful and not so successful proposals and learn how to change the Constitution.
Wednesday, May 18, 10 a.m. - noon
Join us for story time designed for 3-5 year olds and accompanying adults. Children will practice listening skills, participate in group activities and create a craft. The theme for May is Victory Gardens.
June 1- 30 (Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m - 4 p.m.)
Featured Activity in ReSource Room
Celebrate more than 800 years of conversations about rights and delve into the history of Magna Carta through hands-on activities in the Boeing Learning Center throughout the month of June.
July 25-28, 9 a.m. - noon
Genealogy Camp for Kids! - Ages 12 and up
Ever wondered about your family's roots and who is on your family tree? This hands-on, week-long camp will introduce the basics of genealogy research. Discover how to use the resources of the National Archives to be history detectives into your past! To register or for more information, please email education@nara.gov with "Genealogy Camp" in the subject line. This program is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation through the support of the William Randolph Hearst Foundation and John Hancock Financial.
Constitution-in-Action Learning Lab Family Programs
Family members become researchers and archivists for a day! During a two hour simulation, you are invited to help the President and Bob, his Communications Director, prepare for a very special press conference. Families work together to discover and analyze facsimile documents and find the connection each has to the Constitution. This is a "hands on" opportunity to explore history, learn about the National Archives, and gain a greater understanding of the role the Constitution plays in our daily lives.
Dates and Times:
Tuesday, June 28, 10 a.m. - noon
Wednesday, June 29, 10 a.m. - noon
Wednesday, July 6, 10 a.m. - noon
Thursday, July 7, 10 a.m. - noon
Reservations are required and must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Reserve your online. This program is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation through the support of the William Randolph Hearst Foundation and John Hancock Financial.
The Boeing Learning Center offers interactive educational activities for all ages and special workshops for students and teachers. Archives staff and volunteers are on hand to answer questions and offer hands-on projects that encourage historical discovery.
The Boeing Learning Center ReSource Room
Drop in during your Museum visit to participate in hands-on activities and programs based on documents, images, maps, posters and more from the inestimable holdings of the National Archives. The ReSource Room is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and reservations are not required. Information on special activities and programs online.
The Boeing Learning Center Learning Lab
Groups of students, scouts, teachers, and families can participate in document-based learning lab programs. Working in replica storage and research spaces, participants will find, select and analyze primary sources, then make connections to bigger ideas about our government and history. Learn more and request a reservation.
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