On June 7, a rollover car accident trapped one person on Royal Avenue in Simi Valley.
During the accident, a red Chevrolet Cobalt crashed on its roof in the grass with two people inside. One person exited the vehicle on their own while the other person was stuck inside the vehicle. Firefighters had to remove the trapped person and used struts and airbags to keep the vehicle stable. The person was taken to Los Robles Regional Medical Center and suffered injuries that weren’t life-threatening. The accident restricted traffic on the road for a couple of hours.
Common Causes of Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents are one of the most common types of car crashes and can result in serious injuries. If you have been hurt in this type of accident, you may want to consult a car accident lawyer, like one from Barry P. Goldberg. Here are the most common causes of rollover accidents.
- Speeding. Speeding is a common cause of many types of car accidents, including rollover crashes. When a driver is traveling very fast, they are more likely to lose control of their vehicle. It’s important for drivers to always obey the posted speed limits and slow down even more during poor weather conditions.
- Bad road conditions. Rollover accidents can also occur due to bad road conditions. For example, if there are a lot of potholes on a road, a driver is more likely to flip their car over.
- Distracted driving. Drivers are expected to always have their complete attention on the road. Unfortunately, not all of them do this, which can lead to rollover accidents. Common distractions for drivers include texting, eating, talking to passengers and daydreaming.
- Manufacturing defects. Another common reason for rollover accidents are manufacturing defects. If a car isn’t designed properly, it has a higher chance of rolling over. In this situation, the car manufacturer may be held liable for accidents.
- Worn tires. Just like many car parts, tires can wear out over time. When tires are worn out, they can’t grip onto the road as well, which can lead to rollover accidents.
- Drunk driving. It’s well-known that drunk driving is dangerous, but some people still choose to get behind the wheel impaired. Drunk driving is another common cause of rollover accidents. Drunk drivers have impaired judgment and slower reaction times, which can all contribute to a rollover accident.
- Fatigued driving. It’s important for drivers to only operate a vehicle when they are well-rested and alert. If they get behind the wheel while they are running on little sleep, they are more likely to get into a rollover accident.
If you have been hurt in a rollover accident, you may want to schedule a consultation with an experienced lawyer. You deserve justice.
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