According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a rollover accident is the most harmful type of auto accident. Rollover accidents lead to a higher mortality rate than most other types of motor vehicle accidents, and account for up to 33% of all motor vehicle accident fatalities.
Poor Highway & Roadside Maintenance:
95% of rollover accidents are caused by “tripping” when the tires of a vehicle leave the pavement and hit soft soil, ditches, guardrails or other roadside barriers which cause the car to roll onto its side or roof. If a roadway has surface inconsistencies, if guardrails are broken, rusted or neglected, or other roadside maintenance could have prevented your accident or injuries, you may be entitled to retribution from property owners, including the local government.
Faulty Car Mechanisms:
Tire blowouts, engine failure and brake malfunction and other vehicular product defects can lead to a rollover accident. But rollover injuries or fatalities may be prevented by the safety mechanisms built into an automobile, such as air bags and seatbelts. If you believe that your injuries could have been lessened or prevented by a properly working auto part or safety device, the automobile manufacturer may be held responsible.
Driver Negligence:
High-speed collisions account for 5% of all rollover accidents; these are also known as “non-tripped” rollover accidents. If another driver’s negligent driving resulted in a collision with your vehicle, and caused the subsequent rollover accident, then this individual may be prosecuted for his or her role in your motor vehicle accident.
If you’ve been involved in a rollover accident which has resulted in personal injury, wrongful death or financial/material loss, please contact us today to see how we can help you build a case and obtain the compensation owed to you.
