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Rollover car accidents occur when a vehicle tips over onto its side or roof. In some cases, especially at higher speeds, rollover accidents can involve multiple vehicle rotations. As one of the most complex forms of vehicle crashes – and because they can be particularly violent – rollovers pose a higher potential for severe injuries and death than other car wrecks.
While less than 10 percent of car accidents in 2018 involved a rollover, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), they accounted for 29 percent of all passenger vehicle occupant deaths.
At The Law Offices of Jason E. Taylor, our car accident lawyers in North and South Carolina have more than a century of combined experience fighting for victims injured in all types of auto wrecks, including those involving rollovers. Backed by a talented legal team, extensive resources, and an unwavering commitment to victims and their families, we help clients protect their rights during the personal injury and wrongful death claim process and fight aggressively for the compensation they deserve. If you or a loved one has been involved in a rollover car accident, call our firm at (800) 351-3008 or schedule an appointment online for your free consultation.
It is difficult to overstate just how lethal rollover accidents can be. The IIHS found that only head-on impacts caused more fatalities in 2018. Other eye-opening statistics from the IIHS include:
Most rollover accidents involve some form of “tripping,” where the vehicle hits an object on the road like a pothole, curb, or guardrail. When the vehicle’s forward momentum is impeded, its center of gravity can rapidly shift and cause a rollover. Of course, many dangerous circumstances and behaviors can precede the moment of “tripping,” as well as other instances that don’t involve a collision with an object. Some of those include:
Due to the particularly violent nature of rollover accidents can often lead to ejection from the vehicle, so there is a much higher potential for severe injury or death. Common injuries from rollover car accidents include:
Rollover accidents also increase the likelihood of victims suffering from long-term – or even lifelong – adverse effects. Indeed, these accidents can be life-altering events that have a drastic impact on you and your family. Some examples of long-term effects include:
Remember: If you or a loved one is involved in a rollover car accident caused by someone else, you are a victim and may be entitled to compensation for this injustice. For your free consultation, call our firm at (800) 351-3008 or schedule an appointment online.
Determining liability in a rollover car accident can be rather complicated, so working with an experienced rollover accident lawyer is critical. There are a lot of factors and variables that could come into play. Unfortunately, this often means that negligent actors and insurance companies will often look to point fingers back at you and deflect blame.
Sorting out liability and determining the available damages also depends on which state the accident occurred in. North Carolina follows a principle of “contributory negligence,” which means if a person has any percentage of fault for an accident – even just 1% – they cannot legally recover compensation. But South Carolina follows a modified version of “comparative negligence,” where a person can seek damages as long as they are 50% or less at fault. Please see our pages on damages and liability to learn more about these complex topics.
Because rollover car accidents have the potential to be more violent than other types of accidents, the immediate aftermath can be intense, disorienting, and stressful – especially if severe or fatal injuries are involved. Quickly taking the proper steps can help save lives while also protecting any legal claims you may have. At a glance, those steps include:
Acting quickly and decisively in these situations can save your life and protect your rights. Check out this page for a more detailed breakdown of critical actions to take after a car accident.
If you are involved in a rollover car accident through no fault of your own, you may be reeling from the incident and feeling a wide range of physical and mental pain. Unfortunately, negligent parties and insurance companies may act quickly during this period to protect their interests. That’s where we come in. With more than 100 years of combined experience, 24/7 availability, and a strong focus on personalized, compassionate service, the experienced attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason E. Taylor can help you:
We’re proud of our results for clients across the Carolinas. We look forward to serving those who have suffered due to the negligence of others. If you or a loved one has been involved in a rollover car accident, call our firm at (800) 351-3008 or schedule an appointment online for your free consultation.
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