Any accident can cause serious injuries and losses, but rollovers are some of the most terrifying incidents. Vehicles can roll violently for various reasons, and for the person in them or struck by one, there is nothing they can do to stop it.
As the victim of such an incident, you need to know your legal rights. At Galloway Jefcoat, our rollover accident lawyer in Lake Charles can answer your questions during a free consultation.
Our Lake Charles car accident lawyers have recovered hundreds of millions for our clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Why Rollover Accidents Happen
Rollover accidents happen for numerous reasons, most of which are preventable. The most common causes of these accidents include:
- Driving at a high rate of speed. Drivers operating above the speed limit are more at risk of rolling over than those who are not. Moreover, the higher the speed, the greater the risk. For example, rollovers on the highway at higher speeds are more likely to result in serious consequences.
- Distracted driving. Distracted drivers, especially on highways, are more likely to cause a rollover than those who are on residential streets. However, many rollovers are not caused by significant speed or force. They can happen when a driver fails to navigate a turn properly.
- Lack of dividers on the road. A lack of proper lane dividers and barriers can increase the risk of rollovers. These structures, including guardrails, help stop a vehicle before it proceeds into oncoming traffic and rolls. These can also minimize the risk of multi-car accidents.
Bad weather, driver impairment, and tripping, in which the car’s tire hits something such as a high curb or a ditch, are common causes of these accidents.
If it happens to you or you suffer injuries from a driver who strikes you while rolling, you could face significant injuries and life-changing complications.
The most important thing to remember here is that many of these accidents are preventable, meaning someone is at fault.
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How We Determine Fault in a Rollover Accident
Our Lake Charles personal injury lawyer works with those injured in rollover accidents, passengers in such vehicles, or drivers who roll as a result of others’ mistakes. To determine what happened in your case, our legal team will start with the police report, but we will not stop there.
Every case takes us on a different path to determining what happened and why. Police may determine that a driver was at fault, for example, because they were texting while driving. We gather the evidence to prove that the other driver was distracted.
Our legal team will seek witness statements, any available photo or video surveillance, or expert opinions from accident reconstruction professionals to examine the accident. Many times, we learn that third parties play a role in these accidents. Cities or states that fail to take action to prevent such accidents, especially when they occur repeatedly in the same area, could be held accountable.
Employers of intoxicated drivers may hold some fault. In other cases, we may learn that a manufacturer’s defect in the vehicle caused the incident. We look at all the evidence to determine what took place.
Why Determining Fault Matters in a Rollover Accident
Gathering evidence of fault is very important in Louisiana, which follows a modified comparative fault system (CC 2323). This law allows victims to claim compensation for their losses even if they share 50% or less of the fault.
However, the percentage of fault attributed to their actions will drastically reduce the value of their claim. Our objective is to eliminate any risk of fault reducing your compensation or, if that is not the case, keep that percentage as low as possible.
Common Serious Injuries Suffered in Truck and Car Rollover Accidents
Our experience as a rollover accident attorney in Lake Charles allows our legal team to have detailed insight into your rights as a victim, especially when you have serious injuries. Every accident injury is potentially life-changing.
We take the time to fully understand the type of injuries you have, the severity of them, and your likelihood of recovering or facing complications. If you have any of the following injuries, let our legal team fight for you:
- Broken and crushed bones
- Internal organ injuries and bleeding
- Traumatic head injuries, including concussions or brain tissue damage
- Spinal cord injury resulting in paralysis
- Burns, lacerations, and scarring
- Neck and shoulder injuries, including whiplash
- Nerve damage
- Chronic pain injuries
Victims with these types of injuries nearly always face a long treatment plan, one that may include significant hospitalizations, long-term rehabilitation, the inability to go back to work, or an impact on daily life. Understanding these losses ensures our legal team can fight for fair compensation for you. Do not settle with an insurance company without actually knowing what your losses are.
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What Your Rollover Accident Claim Is Worth
You have the right to pursue fair compensation for all economic and non-economic damages you have, but you must demonstrate what they are and their value. Your lawyer will handle this entire process for you, giving you the confidence to move forward.
Our claims often include:
- Current and future medical costs
- Loss of income and benefits
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life
- Loss of consortium
- Property damage
In each case, we will evaluate all factors contributing to your injuries, including the emotional and physical injuries and their impact on your quality of life. Expect our team to become your advocate in pursuing fair compensation to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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Set Up a Free Consultation with Our Lake Charles Rollover Accident Attorney Now
Schedule a free, no-risk consultation with our Lake Charles rollover accident lawyer to learn more about your rights in these devastating accidents.
You do not pay us anything up front for our services, and you only pay if we win your case. Turn to Galloway Jefcoat now to discuss your case.
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