A rollover accident is a type of car crash that occurs when a vehicle tips over onto its side or roof. Rollovers are typically among the most serious types of car accidents. They often result in catastrophic injuries or even death. While driver negligence often serves as the cause of rollover crashes, defectively designed or manufactured vehicles or vehicle parts can also contribute to them.
If you or a loved one were injured in a rollover car accident in Houston, you may be entitled to financial compensation. It’s important that you speak with an experienced lawyer who can analyze the accident and determine if any defects caused the crash and your injuries.
At Fleming Law, our skilled car accident lawyers apply their vast knowledge and experience when handling rollover injury claims. We have all the necessary resources to help you in your recovery. Contact us to schedule a free and confidential consultation and learn more about how we can assist you.
In many cases, a negligent driver is at fault in a Houston rollover car accident. Some common types of negligence which lead to these crashes are:
To prevail in a rollover accident claim in Houston, you must prove that another party’s negligence caused your accident. Fleming Law can help you determine who is liable for your accident and investigate it to determine causation.
For example, a driver may drift into your lane, causing you to swerve out of the way in order to avoid a collision. You may lose control of your vehicle, which causes it to roll over. That driver will most likely be liable because the driver caused the accident to occur. However, because the driver did not actually make contact with your car, establishing liability may be difficult. That’s why it is crucial to hire an experienced rollover accident lawyer to represent you.
Tools an attorney can use to help prove liability include:
Proving negligence and liability is not a job for a non-lawyer. Allow a skilled lawyer to handle the complexities of your case, including investigating the accident, collecting evidence, and putting together the strongest claim possible for you.
There are two primary reasons that vehicles roll. The first is called tripped rollovers, and is the most common. The car’s tires hit an obstacle, such as a curb, ditch, soft soil or sand, or a guardrail, which causes it to lose stability and flip. The second is called an untripped rollover, and is caused by the driver’s actions, such as speed, particularly around corners or curves in the road, and overcorrecting, which causes the vehicle to lose stability and flip.
The most typical causes of crashes leading to rolling over include the following:
Our attorneys are seasoned in handling cases resulting from rollover vehicle collisions in Houston and can investigate to determine the cause and gather the evidence needed to prove fault.
Typical injuries caused by these severe crashes include head, neck, spinal cord, and internal injuries. The force of the collision may eject occupants, or they can sustain serious and life-threatening or fatal injuries from being crushed by the roof as it deforms. Wearing seat belts and using other modern safety features, such as electronic stability control, side-curtain airbags, and rollover sensors, can substantially increase the chance of survival.
While you are not required to hire an attorney after a car accident that was not your fault, doing so can help you to pursue full and fair compensation. After an accident, you may have to get your car repaired, see a doctor for medical care or miss work due to your injuries. A lawyer can protect your rights during this difficult time and allow you to focus on what’s most important – your health and recovery.
When you hire Fleming Law for your rollover accident case in Houston, you will work directly with your attorney rather than an assistant or paralegal. Our skilled lawyers will give your case and your needs the close attention they deserve. Our lawyers work on a contingency fee basis as well, which means you will owe us nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
Whether you are seeking compensation from a car manufacturer, government agency, or negligent driver, it is critical that you understand the potential value of your claim. Accepting a low settlement that does not cover your losses will prevent you from pursuing additional compensation in the future.
Depending on the extent of your injuries, you may be able to seek compensation for damages that include:
If a family member died in a rollover crash in Houston, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim. Punitive damages may also be available in exceptional cases in order to punish and deter certain types of conduct that lead to rollover crashes.
The state follows a fault-based insurance system, which means the individual responsible for causing the wreck is liable for paying damages to the injured parties. The at-fault motorist’s auto insurance policy covers the cost of repairs or vehicle replacement, medical care, lost wages, and other related injuries and losses. Under Texas Insurance Code § 542.057, the insurer must release the funds within five days of notifying the parties that it has accepted the claim in full or in part.
Cases resulting from Houston rollover car crashes are complex and may require many steps, including collision re-creation to establish fault. Our skilled lawyer can handle the demand letter, communication, and negotiations with insurers, and, if necessary, the legal work if they cannot reach an acceptable settlement amount.
It may also be necessary to file a claim and initiate legal action if your damages exceed the policy limits. Updating the insurance companies immediately to start the process is crucial, and if action through the civil court is necessary, we must prepare and file the lawsuit within two years of the wreck.
The attorneys at Fleming Law have decades of experience helping with rollover car accidents in Houston. The attorneys at Fleming Law are dedicated to protecting your rights and pursuing all compensation that you are entitled to receive. To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with our experienced attorneys, contact us today.
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