Attorney review: Jami S. Oliver, Founder. Admitted in Ohio, 1993.* About Jami
Oliver Law Office is a woman-led personal injury firm with locations in Dublin and Columbus, Ohio.*
If you have been hurt in a rollover accident, our Columbus (on Wikipedia) rollover accident lawyer can help you obtain the full settlement you deserve.*
What is a rollover accident?
A rollover accident happens when a vehicle rolls onto its side or roof, or rolls over completely.*
The people inside the rolling car face the most risk. But a rolling vehicle can cross several lanes of traffic, and because vehicles weigh many tons, anyone around it is in danger of serious injuries, too.*
What causes rollover accidents?
Most rollover crashes happen because a driver loses control of their vehicle.*
When a vehicle has a higher center of gravity, such as a sports utility vehicle (SUV) or tractor-trailer, it is at a greater risk of rolling over.
Negligent actions that can make a vehicle roll over include:*
- Aggressive and reckless driving
- Texting while driving
- Speeding
Who can be held liable for a rollover accident?
Most often a negligent driver. But defective brakes can make the brake or vehicle manufacturer liable, and defective roads can put the blame on a government entity.*
Rollover accidents are usually caused by another person’s negligence. When they are, injured people can file a claim against that person for financial compensation.*
When brakes are defective, they can cause a rollover crash, and the manufacturer of the brakes or the vehicle can be held liable.*
Defective road conditions, such as large potholes, can also cause a rollover. In that case, a government entity may be to blame.*
What injuries do rollover accidents cause?
Rollover accidents cause some of the most serious injuries, and deaths are also very common.*
Even when a person survives, the injuries will affect them for some time to come, perhaps for many years. The most common injuries are:*
- Crushed and broken bones: A vehicle’s weight can easily break or crush bones, which cannot withstand the pressure and force of the crash.*
- Traumatic brain injuries: These are very common in rollovers, because the chances of a blow to the head, or of a penetrating injury from a sharp object, are very high.*
- Spinal cord injuries: The spinal cord plays a very important role in many body functions, but it is extremely fragile. Herniated and ruptured discs, fractured vertebrae and paralysis are all common after a rollover.*
- Burns: A rollover can crush a gas tank, which can explode at the scene and cause serious burns.*
What results has Oliver Law Office obtained in vehicle cases?
These results come from crashes on the road.*
$2.5M
Judgment for automobile striking a bicyclist resulting in death
$5M
Settlement arising out of a death of a pedestrian by a distracted driver
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.*
“Jami Oliver guided me through the most difficult experience of my life and showed me compassion and professionalism throughout the whole episode.”
How can a Columbus rollover accident lawyer help you?
If you have been hurt in a crash, a Columbus auto accident lawyer at Oliver Law Office can help you claim the compensation you need during your recovery.*
Call or text us at 614.220.9100, or contact us online to schedule a consultation.*
What else do people ask about rollover accidents?
Are rollover accidents preventable?
Yes, typically. Rollovers cause some of the most serious injuries, yet they are typically entirely preventable.*
Can braking too quickly cause a rollover?
Yes. Applying the brakes too quickly can make a driver lose control of their car, resulting in a rollover accident.*
