Rollover Accidents in New York City

Rollover Accidents in New York City Rollover accidents are a small percentage of the total car accidents each year. However, they account for about one-third of traffic deaths each year. The risk of fatal injuries is high in rollover crashes, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers, we’ve witnessed the devastation caused by rollover accidents in New York City, NY. We’ll put our more than 25+ years of ligitgation experience to help you recover the maximum compensation for your injuries and damages. We’ve recovered millions of dollars in life-changing awards for injured victims over the years.

Contact our law firm to speak with an experienced car accident lawyer in NYC. We are dedicated to helping accident victims by providing aggressive representation against insurance companies and at-fault parties. Your initial consultation is free, so call us today at (212) 564-2800.

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How Can Our New York City Car Accident Lawyers Help You After a Rollover Accident?

How Can Our New York City Car Accident Lawyers Help You After a Rollover Accident? Claims for car accidents involve allegations of fault, causation, and liability. You have the burden of proving the legal requirements for a negligence claim. Winning your claim means having the evidence to prove the other driver caused the collision.

Insurance companies fight rollover accident claims because these claims tend to be high-dollar personal injury cases. Therefore, you need an experienced legal team on your side to protect your best interests.

When you hire the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers to handle your case, you can expect us to:

Investigate the rollover crash to gather evidence proving fault
File insurance claims and deal with insurance adjusters and investigators
Work with your doctors to document the extent of your injuries and damages
Calculate the value of your damages
Work with expert witnesses, when necessary
Negotiate the best possible settlement for your claim
Prepare to argue your case in court if the other party refuses to negotiate in good faith

Our New York City personal injury lawyers are ready to discuss your case. Call now to schedule a free case evaluation.

What Causes Rollover Accidents in New York?

Rollover crashes can involve a single vehicle or multiple vehicles. SUVs, trucks, and buses are prone to rollovers because of their high center of gravity. Tripping is the most common event that causes a vehicle to roll over.

Tripping events occur when the wheels of a vehicle strike an object causing the vehicle to roll over. Tripping can be caused by a hazard in the road, hitting curbs, or running into a divider.

Rollover crashes also occur when drivers overcorrect if they run out of the road or drift into another lane of traffic. In addition, striking another vehicle at excessive speeds can result in a vehicle rolling over on its side or roof.

Driving behaviors can increase the risk of a rollover accident. For instance, distracted driving, fatigued driving, and impaired driving can increase the risk of a rollover crash.

Common Injuries Caused by Rollover Accidents

The risk of severe injuries and wrongful death is high in rollover collisions. The sides of the vehicle and the roof crushing inward (cabin intrusion) as the vehicle rolls over crushes the occupants. Ejection from the vehicle also causes traumatic injuries.

Examples of injuries sustained in rollover accidents include:

Crushing injuries
Broken bones
Internal organ damage
Neck and back injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Loss of limbs and amputations
Disfigurement and scarring
Spinal cord injuries
Paralysis
Airbag injuries

Accident victims should seek immediate medical treatment for injuries. Delays in medical care could result in injuries worsening. Report all symptoms to your doctor to document injuries and obtain an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

Compensation You Can Receive for a Rollover Accident in NYC

The person who caused the rollover crash is responsible for the damages caused by the crash. If a defective road or dangerous road conditions caused the accident, a government entity could be liable. Manufacturers could be liable if a defective tire or car part caused your vehicle to roll over.

The types of damages you could receive for a personal injury claim include compensation for:

Medical bills, including hospital, emergency room, ambulance, physician, and therapy bills
Cost of medications and medical equipment
Loss of benefits and income
Reduced future earning potential and future lost wages
Pain and suffering damages caused by mental anguish, physical injuries, and emotional distress
Disfigurement, impairments, and scarring
Loss of enjoyment of life and reduced quality of life

Our New York City car accident attorneys work diligently to settle your car accident claim quickly. However, we never rush to settlement. Instead, our goal is to recover the compensation you deserve for the damages caused by a reckless, negligent driver.

How Long Do I Have to File a Rollover Accident Claim in New York City?

For most car accident claims, the statute of limitations in New York is three years from the accident date. However, exceptions exist when government entities or minors are involved in the case. Contact our law firm now to discuss the deadline for filing your personal injury claim.

Get Help From a Car Crash Lawyer in New York

Our lawyers are exceptional negotiators and skilled trial lawyers. As a result, we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients in verdicts and settlements.

Contact the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule your free consultation with a New York City car accident lawyer today.

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