Sacramento SUV Rollovers Attorney
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicle rollover crashes account for more than half of all single-vehicle accident deaths. The NHTSA also reports, occupants involved in a SUV rollover accident are 36 percent more likely to suffer a serious injury than those involved in a non-rollover crash. Despite staggering SUV rollover injury and death rates, sport utility vehicles remain one of the most popular types of vehicles in the U.S. Originally built for off-road use, auto manufacturers failed to adapt the SUVs design for real world use when first introduced to families as a substitute for a traditional car in the 1970's. Due to the top heavy design of an SUV, the vehicle is much more prone to rolling over than any other type of passenger vehicle.
The Sacramento car accident lawyers at Estey Bomberger have assisted many clients who have suffered an injury or loss involving all types of SUV models, including:
- Ford Explorers
- Ford Escape
- Isuzu Rodeo
- Chevrolet Blazer
- Jeep Liberty
- Mitsubishi Montero
- Ford Ranger
- GMC Suburban
- Nissan Pathfinder
- Toyota 4 Runner
- Honda Passport
- 15 Passenger Minivans
- Toyota Rav4
- Chevy Tahoe
- Ford Expedition
- Toyota Highlander
- Other types of SUVs.
What Causes an SUV Rollover Accident?
Although any vehicle has the ability to rollover, SUVs unique design makes it three times more likely to rollover than an average passenger vehicle. Two factors that contribute greatly to a rollover accident occurring are a SUVs high center of gravity and narrow wheelbase. Due to the top-heavy nature of an SUV, even at low speeds, a quick turn of the steering wheel can put an SUV into a rollover position. Added passenger, cargo and gas weight can also increase the instability of an SUV, despite the belief that added weight increases stability.
Sacramento SUV Rollover Injuries
Head injuries
Head injuries are one of the most common types of injuries in a rollover crash according to the NHTSA. Severe head injuries can occur when the weak roof of an SUV collapses in a rollover accident. Serious head injuries, or trauma to the scalp, skull or brain, can result in prolonged or nonreversible brain damage. Conditions related to a traumatic brain or head injury may include anxiety, depression, paranoia, apathy, memory loss, cognitive issues and paralysis.
Broken bones
Serious broken bone injures can result in crippling disabilities and chronic pain for victims. It is common for victims of severe SUV rollover crashes to suffer from multiple broken bone injuries. In cases of severe injury, surgeons may need to surgically re-align or support the broken bone in order for it to heal properly, which is of utmost importance. Bones that do not heal properly can affect a patient's ability to function normally.
Spinal cord injuries
The spinal cord is a major bundle of nerves that carries messages to and from the brain to the rest of the body. Spinal cord injury can interrupt or stop nerves from being able to relay messages, resulting in either total or partial loss of movement or feeling. Trauma to the cervical (neck) spinal region commonly affects arm and leg function. Injury to the thoracic region (trunk) of the spinal cord usually results in paralysis to the chest and legs, while injury to the lumbar (lower back) spinal region generally results in some loss of functioning in the hips and legs.
Why Choose Estey Bomberger?
- Life members of Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- More than $100 million recovered in settlements and verdicts
- We take only a limited amount of cases at one time
- Received highest rating – AV® rating – for ethics and legal skills
- We have our clients' best interest at heart
- Selected 2008, 2009 and 2010 Super Lawyers
- No recovery, no fee!
Discuss Your Case with a Sacramento SUV Rollover Lawyer for Free
As a victim of a preventable accident, we want you to understand your legal rights, options and obligations. The more information you have, the easier it will be to make an informed decision regarding your case and ultimately, your future. At the law firm of Estey Bomberger, we offer all potential clients the opportunity to discuss your case for free with one of our knowledgeable Sacramento SUV rollover lawyers. We are available 24 hours day to take your call. Dial (916) 903-5216 today.