Rollover Accidents in Las Vegas
Rollover Accident Liability
Rollover accident lawsuits
If you or your passengers got seriously injured in a rollover accident, call our office at 702-432-1000 to discuss your case.
We don't charge for consultations.
The result of a rollover accident could be devastating. While no attorney can reverse a tragic event of a rollover accident on the road, we can help you get money to pay for your medical bills and other damages.
What is a rollover accident?
A rollover is a type of motor vehicle crash where a vehicle (car, truck, or bus) tips over onto its side or roof.
The fatality rate for rollover accidents is very high compared to other types of motor vehicles.
Common causes of rollover accidents in Las Vegas, Nevada
Most of the time, the driver's carelessness causes a rollover accident.
Falling asleep at the wheel, driving while being drunk, or speeding may lead to the driver losing control of the vehicle and a rollover accident.
Hazardous weather conditions (sand storms, severe wind, thunderstorms, tornadoes, large hail, flooding, and flash flooding) could be another reason for a rollover crash.
Natural disasters or poor road construction can also cause a rollover accident.
Cars rollover accidents
In general, sports utility vehicles, SUVs, and vans are very susceptible to rollover crashes.
When trucks are involved
Rollover accidents when trucks or semi-trucks are involved could be the worst.
Trucks and semi-trucks are prone to these accidents because they have a high center of gravity. If the cargo is not loaded correctly or only partially secured, the truck can overturn if the driver gets distracted or loses control due to severe weather conditions. For more information, read our article "Tractor-Trailer Accident Compensation."
Buses rollover accidents
Buses rollovers are very seldom, but they have many casualties when they happen. If a bus rollover accident occurs, it is typically the long-distance tourist bus, double-decker, or school bus. More about settlements after a bus accident in our article "Bus accident claims."
Injuries after rollover accidents
Most rollover accident victims sustained multiple injuries - head, neck, and back injuries. These injuries often require costly medical treatment and, in some cases, long-term medical care. Some of the rollover accident injuries result in a permanent disability.
Who is liable for an accident?
In Las Vegas and Nevada, the party responsible for an accident is financially liable for the victims' injuries and related losses.
If another vehicle or multiple vehicles caused a rollover accident, the at-fault driver is liable for all damages.
In some cases, the government municipality that didn't maintain the road properly could be liable for the accident.
Rollover accidents and a faulty car design
If the vehicle flipped or rolled over because of a defective design, the manufacturer may be liable. Usually, when attorneys see a pattern of the same models of cars getting into the same kinds of accidents with the same outcomes, they bundle these accident cases together in a class-action lawsuit against the car manufacturer.
The "no contact" rollovers
The "no contact" accident happens when there is no collision, but the other driver's negligence caused the accident. Eyewitnesses often help establish liability, but even in cases with no eyewitnesses, there may be other sources of evidence to prove another vehicle's negligence (e.g., first responders, skid and tire marks, and video surveillance).
When the driver is at fault
When the driver was distracted, drove under the influence of alcohol or drugs, lost control of the vehicle, and got injured in an accident, the driver may file a claim for property damage to their insurance - if they have full coverage. Generally, the driver will not be compensated for bodily injury if they are responsible for the accident. Some exceptions may apply.
Expert witnesses in rollover accident liability claims
To help to establish fault, attorneys often bring many expert witnesses. Metallurgist experts help measure whether the metal's strength was sufficient to handle the impact. Engineering experts help to test the safety of the design of the vehicle. The accident reconstruction experts help recreate the rollover accident from the beginning to an end. The finding of these experts and their reports can make or break a case.
What to do in a rollover accident?
• First, seek medical attention.
• Second, contact the police.
• Third, take many photos of the vehicle and the surrounding area.
• Fourth, get the witness's information.
• Finally, contact a personal injury attorney who handled many rollover accident cases. We invite you to call us at 702-432-1000.
When multiple parties involved
Rollover accidents can include numerous victims and vehicles. Under Nevada law, the at-fault party must compensate ALL victims who filed a claim.
What rollover accident compensation should I expect?
The compensation amount depends on the accident's facts and how severe the injuries are.
The injury compensation includes the compensation for the incurred medical bills, damaged property, lost wages, pain and suffering, and in some cases, the cost of future medical care. Some rollover accidents get compensation in five or six figures.
If somebody died in a rollover accident, the victim's family could receive a seven-digits settlement.
How do rollover accident attorneys get paid?
We work on a contingency basis. Unless we get you monetary compensation negotiating your case or during the trial, there are no fees or costs involved.
If you don't live in Las Vegas
If the rollover accident occurred in Las Vegas, the liability claim must originate in Nevada. A visitor can receive medical treatment in their home city or state and still get compensated for medical bills and other damages after a rollover accident. Our office handles many liability claims for clients who are NOT Las Vegas residents and got in an accident in Las Vegas while being on vacation.
Can I re-open an old case?
Yes. The rollover accident victim can re-open a previously settled case if a) they signed a release without an attorney and b) within 60 days of the accident. Many restrictions apply to re-opening a liability claim.
We can help
We helped many rollover accident victims to get a full and fair settlement to pay for their medical bills and other damages.
We represent clients injured in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Summerlin, Henderson, Clark County, and the state of Nevada.
Call us at 702-432-1000 if you plan to file a lawsuit for your rollover accident injury.
Your consultation will be informative and free.
House and hospital visits are also available upon request.
Last updated on February 3, 2024.
