Rollover Accident Liability Claims
Las Vegas, Nevada
Rollover accident lawsuits
The result of a rollover accident could be devastating. While no attorney can reverse the tragic event of a rollover accident on the road, we can help you get money to pay for your medical bills and other damages.
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.
What is a rollover accident?
A rollover is a motor vehicle crash in which a vehicle (a 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.
Why do the rollovers happen?
Often, rollover accidents stem from driver negligence. Instances of falling asleep at the wheel, driving under the influence of alcohol, or speeding elevate the risk of losing control of the vehicle and can trigger a rollover.
Additionally, hazardous weather conditions in Las Vegas or Nevada, such as sandstorms, severe winds, or extreme heat, can increase the likelihood of rollover crashes. These adverse weather conditions can impair visibility, traction, and driving.
Moreover, road construction or inadequate road design plays a pivotal role in rollover accidents.
SUVs and vans rollover accidents
Sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and vans are highly susceptible to rollover crashes.
Here is why:
First, SUVs and vans typically have higher ground clearance and taller bodies than passenger vehicles. This higher center of gravity makes them more prone to tipping over, especially during sharp turns or sudden maneuvers.
Second, SUVs and vans often carry heavier loads or more passengers than smaller vehicles. Improperly distributed weight, such as cargo piled too high or unevenly distributed passenger weight, can shift the center of gravity and increase the likelihood of a rollover accident.
Third, the dynamics of how SUVs and vans respond to external forces, such as strong wind, can also contribute to their susceptibility to rollovers.
• In May 2023, in Las Vegas, the driver died in a single-vehicle rollover accident on I-15.
• In Jan. 2024, a single-vehicle rollover crash happened in Pahrump Desert, Nevada.
• In May 2024, in San Diego, CA, a single-vehicle rollover accident happened on SB I-805, leaving the driver seriously injured. The car hit a large freeway sign, flipped, and rolled down the embankment.
When trucks are involved
Rollover accidents when trucks or semi-trucks are involved could be the worst.
Similar to SUVs and vans, trucks often have a much higher center of gravity than smaller vehicles. It makes them more susceptible to tipping over, especially when the truck or semi-truck takes sharp turns or navigates uneven terrain.
In addition, trucks are frequently used for transporting heavy loads, which can shift during transit. If the cargo is not secured correctly or distributed, sudden movements can destabilize the vehicle and increase the risk of a rollover.
Buses rollover accidents
Bus rollovers are very rare, but they cause many casualties when they do happen. If a bus rollover accident occurs, it is typically the long-distance tourist bus, double-decker, or school bus. For more info, read our article "Bus Accidents: The 9 Things To Know."
Injuries after rollover accidents
Most rollover accident victims sustained multiple injuries - head, neck, and back injuries. Some of the rollover accident injuries result in permanent disability.
Who is liable for an accident?
In Las Vegas and Nevada, the at-fault party is financially responsible for an accident - the victim's injuries and related losses.
In some cases, the government municipality that didn't maintain the road properly could be liable for the accident.
Rollover accidents can include numerous victims and vehicles. Under Nevada law, the at-fault party must compensate ALL victims who filed a claim.
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).
Expert witnesses in rollover accident liability claims
Attorneys often bring many expert witnesses to help establish fault. Metallurgist experts help measure whether the metal's strength is sufficient to handle the impact. Engineering experts help test the safety of the vehicle's design. Accident reconstruction experts help recreate the rollover accident from beginning to end. The findings of these experts and their reports can make or break a case.
What rollover accident compensation should I expect?
The compensation depends on the accident's facts and the injuries' severity.
Injury compensation includes compensation for medical bills (past, present, future), lost wages, damaged property, PTSD, pain and suffering. Some rollover accidents result in compensation of five or six figures.
If somebody died in a rollover accident, the victim's family could receive a seven-digits settlement.
If you don't live in Las Vegas
The liability claim must originate in Nevada if the rollover accident occurred in Las Vegas. However, visitors can receive medical treatment in their home city or state and still get compensation for medical bills (past, present, future) and other damages after a rollover accident. Our office handles many liability claims for clients who are NOT Las Vegas residents and get injured while visiting Las Vegas or Nevada.
We can help
We helped many rollover accident victims 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 Nevada.
Call us at 702-432-1000 if you plan to file a lawsuit for your rollover accident injury.
We don't charge for consultations.
We take Las Vegas rollover accident cases on a contingent fee, meaning we get paid when we settle your case or win at trial.
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Last updated on May 3, 2024.
