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Milwaukee Rollover Car Accident Attorneys
Car Accident Injury Lawyers in Green Bay, Racine, Waukesha, and Throughout Wisconsin
Rollover car accidents, in which a vehicle flips over on its side or roof, account for approximately 2.1% of all car crashes in the U.S. These type of car crashes are often fatal—more than 7,600 people died in a rollover car crash in 2010.
If you were injured in a rollover car accident, you might be facing hefty expenses that accrued from medical bills and auto damage. If so, contact one of our highly qualified personal injury and car accident attorneys at Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown, LLP.
Causes of Rollover Car Crashes
There are several causes of a rollover car crash. Understanding some of the behaviors that cause rollover accidents can help keep you safe.
1. Car design and structure. Taller, narrower vehicles such as vans and SUVs are more susceptible to rollover accidents because they have more gravity in their centers as compared to other types of vehicles.
2. Driving at high speed. Rollover car incidents that leave fatalities often involve vehicles that were driving at high speeds. While driving at 60 MPH is unavoidable on a freeway, it is best to be cautious of how fast you are driving next time you are on the road.
3. Distracted, impaired, and reckless driving. Studies show that rollover crashes often occur while the driver is driving straight or on a curve. Hitting a curb at high speed or veering into a lane with strong force can also cause rollover car incidents.
4. Wear a seat belt. In 2010, 69% of people who died in a rollover car accident had not been wearing seat belts.
What to Do After a Rollover Accident
Following a rollover vehicle crash, you should seek medical attention—regardless of whether or not you believe you need it. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be one of several injuries sustained in a rollover accident, and it can go unrecognized. Some of the symptoms of TBI include blurry vision, difficulty concentrating, moody behavior, and headaches. If you were recently involved in a rollover accident and hit your head, be sure to look out for these symptoms.
Once your vehicle has stopped rolling, check to see if you and your passengers have any injuries. If need be, call emergency services. Make sure you contact law enforcement to report the crash.
Personal Injury Insurance Claims
If you were injured or your vehicle was damaged in a rollover accident and your insurance company is rejecting your claim, we may be able to assist you. Our dedicated attorneys have extensive experience in insurance coverage litigation.
Invaluable Legal Representation for Car Accident Victims
Although most rollover car incidents are not caused by other drivers and vehicles, if you were involved in a rollover vehicle crash and you believe that another driver is responsible for causing the incident, contact one of our compassionate car accident Milwaukee attorneys at GRGB to discuss your legal options. Call us at 414-271-1440 or contact us via email.
