Rollover Accident Lawyers

Rollover accidents are a very common type of automobile accident, most commonly associated with traveling too fast while turning and vehicles that are too top-heavy like pick-up trucks, SUVs, and vans. Although such a common accident, some cars are better at prevention of this than others. The primary reacting forces associated with rollover accidents are inertia, the force of the tires, and gravity. In a sharp enough turn, the slightest obstacle is enough to overturn the vehicle depending on its speed.

Depending on the circumstance, legal action may be necessary. Contacting an attorney after a rollover accident should take place if a defect in the vehicle's build is a factor in the accident. This should happen to cover the damages of the accident, and for the car company to alter the design of the vehicle to prevent the same type of accident in occurring with people who buy the same type of car.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 280,000 rollover accidents occur each year, and 10,000 deaths a year are the result of rollover accidents. As stated, these accidents occur depending on the relationship between the road and the center of gravity of the vehicle. The higher up off of the ground that the vehicle is or the more top heavy it is increases its risk for a rollover. Many SUVs, such as the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler have roll bars to help prevent injury during a rollover, as top-heavy vehicles such as these are very commonly associated with rollover accidents.

These bars were installed in various vehicles such as the Bronco and Wrangler because of the number of fatalities that occurred as a result of these types of vehicles rolling over.

If you have been injured in car or truck accident involving a rollover, you should contact a qualifed, board certified personal injury law specialist immediately to discuss your options.  Call former Harris County Attorney, Michael P. Fleming today.