The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary, P.A.
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Miami, Florida 33130
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Miami Roof Crush Lawyer – Rollover Attorney
Sean M. Cleary
Every year, numerous auto accidents occur on the roadways, ranging from minor mishaps to catastrophic collisions. Some of the most dangerous motor vehicle accidents are those involving a rollover. When a vehicle rolls from side to roof to side, passengers often suffer serious personal injuries, such as head injury, fractures and spinal cord injury. Sometimes, these damages lead to a victim's death. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 300,000 vehicle rollovers occur in the United States every year, causing more than 10,000 deaths.
Often, automobile rollovers occur as a result of a defective vehicle design and/or faulty manufacturing process. When the manufacturer of an SUV, pickup truck, van or any other motor vehicle fails to ensure reasonable safety standards, it can be held liable for the damages caused by the rollover. As a highly experienced Miami rollover lawyer, Sean M. Cleary is experienced at litigating against the manufacturers' responsible for these accidents. He is also an accomplished Miami personal injury attorney and works with leading engineers, physicians, investigators, and other types of experts to build the strongest possible personal injury cases that secure just compensation for rollover victims.
Rollover and Roof Crush: Personal Injury
A rollover is an extremely dangerous occurrence because it exposes vehicle occupants to a risk of many serious injuries. As a vehicle rolls, the passenger's head, shoulders, chest and arms can be thrown against the roof and sides of the vehicle. If the roof collapses or deforms during a rollover, the passenger might sustain major, often fatal injuries, to the head, spine and vital organs.
The consequences of a rollover can be magnified if the vehicle travels at an excessive speed at the time of the accident. According to the NHTSA, 75 percent of all rollover accidents occur at speeds exceeding 55 miles per hour. In many rollover accidents, the driver is attempting a sudden maneuver to avoid an unexpected obstacle, which causes the vehicle to slide. If the vehicle then hits a curb or a shoulder, it often rolls over. This type of accident is known as a "tripped rollover."
Rollover and Crashworthiness
While some rollover accidents involve driver mistakes, vehicle manufacturers also play a crucial role in determining the likelihood of a rollover and the severity of the injuries sustained as a result. The law requires that vehicle manufacturers take reasonable steps to enhance the safety of their products. Unfortunately, auto makers sometimes forego important safety measures in order to maximize their profit. As a result, many vehicles do not have adequate seat belts, air bags and side impact protection. In addition, some manufacturers knowingly choose to sacrifice stronger roof design in the interest of producing a cheaper, more price competitive model. These safety features are collectively known as the "crashworthiness" of a vehicle. Their purpose is to protect passengers' lives during accidents, and to minimize their injuries. Sadly, sometimes the lack of adequate crashworthiness causes the maiming and/or death of rollover victims.
Contacting a Qualified Miami Rollover / Roof Crush Lawyer
When a manufacturer fails to produce a reasonably safe vehicle and/or falls short of ensuring an adequate level of crashworthiness, it might be held responsible for the damages suffered by auto accident victims. The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary specializes in helping victims of rollovers obtain justice through personal injury lawsuits. Highly experienced in pre-trial negotiations and jury trials, Mr. Cleary uses both strategies to obtain monetary compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages and future income.
If you have suffered injuries as a result of a rollover auto accident, please contact the Miami auto accidents lawyer Sean M. Cleary, today at (305) 416-9805 for a free evaluation. He will thoroughly evaluate your case to determine if compensation is available. In addition, Mr. Cleary is experienced in helping the families of rollover victims hold the responsible parties liable through wrongful death litigation.
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