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A rollover accident is a type of collision where the car, truck, or SUV tips onto its side or roof. Cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs can all rollover. Although any type of vehicle can be involved in a rollover accident, certain factors make some vehicles more likely to tip over than others, causing injuries.
These “rollover-prone” vehicles include those with a high center of gravity (like SUVs), those with a narrow width (like pickups and vans), and those with a short wheelbase (like coupes).
If you have been involved in a rollover accident, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Furthermore, if you believe that another party’s negligence caused the accident, you should speak to an experienced lawyer as soon as possible.
National Rollover Accident Statistics
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) [1], rollover accidents account for more than one out of three traffic-related fatalities. However, only 3 percent of all crashes involve a rollover.
In 2018, 10,530 drivers and passengers were killed in rollover accidents, accounting for nearly one-third of all traffic fatalities that year.
Most rollover accidents (almost 90 percent) occur on roads with 55 mph or higher speed limits.
Illinois Rollover Accident Statistics
According to the Illinois Department of Transportation [2], in 2019, 1,638 reported car crashes resulted in a rollover. Out of these, 116 people were killed, and 1,023 were injured.
The data reveal that 7 percent of all Illinois car crashes resulted in a rollover and that 68 percent of those killed in a rollover crash were not wearing a seat belt.
If you have been injured in a rollover, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Furthermore, if you believe that another party’s negligence caused the accident, you should speak to an experienced accident lawyer as soon as possible.
Our law firm has helped many people injured in rollovers get their deserved compensation. Call our Chicago car accident lawyers at (888) 424-5757 (toll-free phone number) or use the contact form today.
Rollover Accidents and Product Liability
When a product is defective and causes an accident, the manufacturer or supplier of that product can be held liable for the injuries and damages that result.
Were you injured in a rollover? If so, your accident might have been caused by a defective product, like faulty tires, malfunctioning brakes, or a design where the center of gravity is too high to operate the car safely.
If this is the case, you may be able to file a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer or supplier of the product for injuries and other damages.
Common Rollover Accident Injuries
Every day, people across the United States get behind the wheel of their cars and hit the open road. For most, a day on the highway is routine and uneventful. But for others, that simple drive can lead to disaster.
While rollovers can happen to any type of vehicle, they are more common in SUVs and pickups. If you were hurt in a rollover, it is important to know your injuries. Some of the most common injuries associated with rollovers include:
- Neck and spinal cord injuries
- Brain trauma
- Broken bones
- Cuts and lacerations
- Internal organ damage
- Burns
It is important to seek medical care immediately if you have been injured, especially if you suffer broken bones, brain trauma, or other severe injuries.
Common Causes of Rollovers
Rollovers are a serious hazard that can cause severe injuries or death. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the common causes of rollovers and take steps to prevent them from ensuring your safety.
Tip-over accidents can happen for many reasons, such as
- Losing control on a curve
- Hydroplaning on wet pavement
- Striking an object in the road
- Drunk driving
- Distracted driving
- Traveling too fast for the conditions
- Driver error
- Improperly loading cargo
- Tire blowout using worn or defective tires
A rollover is a serious accident that can cause fatalities and injuries when a car, truck, or SUV flips over or turns onto its side. In addition, when a car flips over, the passengers inside are often seriously injured.
Evaluating Insurance Company Offers
After being involved in a rollover car accident, the injured party will likely deal with the at-fault driver (the other party), and their insurance companies will determine some level of compensation for their injuries.
After seeking medical treatment, there are likely more aware of the extent of their injuries and the need for any future treatment.
Unfortunately, many accident victims settle the case too quickly once the insurance company offers a quick resolution. Therefore, a rollover accident lawyer from our law firm will recommend ongoing negotiations with the insurer for maximum compensation.
If an agreement cannot be reached with the other party, we suggest filing a personal injury lawsuit to maximize the insurance settlement. To discuss your legal options, call a rollover accident lawyer today at (888) 424-5757 for a free case evaluation.
Let our legal team make sure that you are compensated for your serious injuries, property damage, or the wrongful death of a loved one.
Hire a Chicago Rollover Accident Lawyer to Resolve your Claim for Car Accident Injuries
Do you suffer from injuries in a rollover, or did you lose a loved one through someone else’s negligence? We can help obtain the evidence you need for a fair settlement.
Our legal team can hold the other party financially responsible for your damages, injuries, and even the death of a loved one. Call a rollover accident lawyer today at (888) 424-5757 for a free case review.
We accept all compensation cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing until a compassionate lawyer from our law firm resolves your case.
Let a rollover accident lawyer from our law firm obtain compensation to cover your medical expenses, past medical bills, lost wages, future lost earnings, pain, suffering, and grief from your car accident.
Resources: [1] NHTSA, [2] Illinois Department of Transportation