Rollover accidents are among the most terrifying and dangerous on our roadways, and they’re more common than you may realize. Common triggers include excess speed, distraction, and impairment. If you’ve been injured in a rollover accident that was caused by another driver’s negligence, it’s time to discuss your claim with an experienced Butler accident lawyer at Conlon Tarker P.C.
Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents are car accidents in which a vehicle rolls over on its side or roof, and they are classified as tripped or untripped.
Tripped Rollovers
Tripped rollover accidents occur when a driver hits an object that causes their vehicle to roll over. Common examples include all the following:
- Curbs
- Guardrails
- Debris
- Soft shoulders
- Uneven roadways
- Dangerous potholes
- Animals on the road
- The dangerous negligence of other drivers on the road
Un-Tripped Rollovers
Un-tripped rollovers are generally caused by drivers who engage in unsafe steering maneuvers. Motorists who drive taller vehicles with a higher center of gravity, such as SUVs and trucks, are more prone to this type of rollover accident. A common example of an un-tripped rollover accident is a motorist who fails to slow down adequately at a tight curve.
Risks of Rollovers
Rolling over in your vehicle is obviously extremely dangerous, but the associated risks break down into several basic categories.
A Higher Fatality Rate
While rollovers are less common than other kinds of traffic accidents, they account for a significant percentage of total car accident fatalities across the United States. In other words, this category of accident is overall more deadly.
Ejection from the Vehicle
In a rollover, occupants are more likely to be thrown from the vehicle. This is not only terrifying but also incredibly dangerous. On this same note, rollover accidents often send vehicles off the road, which amplifies the danger.
More Severe Injuries
Rollover accidents are closely associated with very serious injuries that include all the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Internal injuries
- Broken bones
- Serious cuts and burns
- Spinal cord injuries that include paralysis
- Disfigurement
- Limb loss and injuries that require amputation
Strong Claims Translate to Fair Compensation
To bring a successful rollover accident claim, you will need to prove that another driver or entity’s negligence caused you to roll your car and suffer injuries as a result. This can mean another driver engaged in a dangerous maneuver, leaving you with no safe options and resulting in a rollover. Sideswipe and T-bone crashes are also closely associated with rollover accidents.
Sometimes, the government entity responsible for the road itself can be held liable for rollover accidents, often due to poorly maintained or constructed roads. Claims against the government are even more challenging, which emphasizes the importance of having skilled legal representation in your corner.
Our Experienced Accident Attorneys are on Your Side
A compassionate Butler rollover accident lawyer at Conlon Tarker P.C. has a wealth of experience resolving challenging claims like yours favorably, and we’re here for you, too. To learn more, please don’t hesitate to contact us online or call us at 724-285-7700 today.
