Rollover accidents can be deadly for the passengers inside the vehicle, as well as for others on the road. This is especially true because vehicles most likely to roll over include large, top-heavy vehicles like trucks, SUVs, and large passenger vans.
When a rollover accident happens, victims need to identify the cause of the crash and understand their legal rights. Diaco Law can help. Our firm is focused on fighting for the injured, and we have recovered millions of dollars for collision victims harmed by careless drivers. We understand the mechanics of rollover crashes very well and can help you prove liability.
To find out more about how a Tampa truck accident lawyer at Diaco Law can help in your pursuit of justice, give us a call or contact us online today.
Common Causes of Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents happen anytime a vehicle tips onto its side or top. There are many reasons why this occurs. Some of the most common causes include:
- Tipping: If a car’s tires hit something like a curb or a ditch, this shifts the car’s weight to one side. It may tip before the vehicle can regain its balance.
- Speeding: Drivers who take a curve too fast can cause the tires to lose their grip on the road, resulting in the car rolling over.
- Tire defects: Cars are more likely to tip when tires have insufficient traction.
- Road hazards: Unexpected obstacles, uneven surfaces, and potholes can all throw a vehicle off balance.
- Poor vehicle design: Top-heavy vehicles are more likely to roll over.
- Improper loading of commercial trucks: Unsafe loads can affect a truck’s center of gravity.
In many cases, if the vehicle’s driver had been reasonably careful behind the wheel, the rollover accident would not have occurred.
How can Diaco Law Help you After a Rollover Accident?
Diaco Law understands the complexities of rollover crashes. Our firm can help you:
- Identify all defendants. For example, in truck crash claims, you may be able to sue the trucking company under vicarious liability laws. This can provide more insurance coverage to pay for damages than if you just sued the driver.
- Gather evidence. We’ll help you obtain the information needed to prove your claim, including vehicle maintenance records, witness testimony, testimony from crash reconstruction experts, police reports, and evidence from the crash scene.
- Negotiate a settlement. Cases often settle outside of court, and Diaco Law can help you get a fair settlement offer by bringing strong negotiating skills to the table. We know what your case is worth, and insurance companies know we don’t back down until we get fair compensation for our clients.
- Take your case to trial. We are experienced litigators who can present a compelling case in court. We understand the rules of evidence and will demonstrate to the court why the defendant is to blame and why you should be fully compensated for all the harm you’ve endured.
Contact a Tampa Rollover Accident Attorney Today
If you or someone you love has been hurt in a rollover crash, call Diaco Law today to schedule your free consultation and find out how we can help you pursue a claim to recover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.
Your consultation is free, and we don’t charge legal fees unless we win, so call a Tampa rollover accident lawyer now to get your case underway.