Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents can cause considerable injury and damage to drivers, passengers, and vehicles. Despite changes in vehicle design that are intended to make vehicles less top-heavy, many vehicles are still at risk of rolling over. Tall vehicles such as SUVs and large passenger vans have a high chance of rolling if they are maneuvered improperly or if the vehicle makes a sudden stop or turn. While most drivers understand the primary causes of a rollover, these kinds of accidents can still occur suddenly and unexpectedly because of conditions outside of the driver’s control.
Causes of Rollovers
A rollover occurs whenever a top-heavy car becomes unbalanced, sending the momentum of the top of the vehicle in a different direction from the bottom of the car. This difference in momentum causes the vehicle to suddenly pitch and roll over. Some common causes of rollovers include:
- Slippery road conditions
- Swerving to avoid another vehicle or obstruction
- Losing control after hitting a pothole or hazardous object
- Collisions with other vehicles, particularly at high speed
- Driver inattention or intoxication
Rollover Accident Liability and Compensation
A rollover can be devastating for you, your loved ones, and your vehicle. If you have been involved in a rollover accident, you are likely suffering from both the physical and emotional trauma of the crash. You may be burdened with costly medical bills, lost wages from time off of work, emotional distress, and pain and suffering. It is important to know that, as a rollover victim, you and your family may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages. The vehicle manufacturer may be liable for an unsafe vehicle design or construction that did not properly withstand the force of the rollover. Alternatively, another driver may be liable for causing a dangerous situation that led to the rollover accident.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love has been injured in a rollover accident, do not let the matter go unsettled. Contact the experienced Sheboygan car accident lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C. ® today at 800-242-2874 for assistance with your case.
