My father in law had a bad accident 4 days ago and the helmet saved his life. A car pulled out in front of him as he was going through a green light and he was sent flying off his bike after he hit the side of the car. The first thing he landed on was his face. His injuries are a broken arm. That's it. If he had not been wearing a helmet, God knows what the outcome would be. That being said, I personally believe in the freedom of choice but we don't have that choice here in Missouri.