Tampa, Florida Truck Accident Lawyer

With the introduction of the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), the van and SUV are now the top family vehicles. Transporting the kids to soccer practice or going on vacation has never been easier; however, as with any vehicle, accidents happen and SUV rollovers are a leading cause of injuries involving SUVs.

Contact a Tampa Truck Accident Lawyer today at 1.888.892.8722 to schedule a free initial consultation today.

SUV Rollovers
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, SUVs are three times more likely to rollover in a motor vehicle accident than any other car on the road. When a vehicle “rolls over,” it topples onto its side or roof and essentially traps its passengers inside. Because the roof and structural supports may not be designed to withstand the impact of a rollover, passengers may be crushed from the weight of the vehicle following a SUV or truck accident. SUVs often have a dangerously high center of gravity—making them top heavy—and a narrow wheel track, which makes the vehicles prone to rollovers. Additionally, SUVs become more unstable when there are many passengers in the vehicle whereas added passengers in a sedan can actually make the vehicle more stable.

Injuries from SUV and Truck Accidents
In an effort to meet the increased demand for SUVs, manufacturers have been accused of manufacturing their vehicles more cheaply while turning a blind eye to safety. As a result of SUV manufacturers’ negligence, many people have sustained serious injuries and been killed. Truck accidents and SUV rollovers have commonly caused the following types of injuries:

• Head Injuries/ Concussions
• Back Injuries
• Neck Injuries/ Whiplash
• Abrasions/Bruising
• Burns
• Dislocations/Fractures

Victims of sub-par manufacturing can fight for the compensation they deserve.

Contact an Experienced Florida Truck Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a truck accident as a result of an SUV rollover, contact our Tampa motor vehicle accident attorneys. At Barker, Rodems & Cook, P.A., you’ll receive personal service from one of our AV-rated partners, not an associate or paralegal, who will thoroughly investigate your case to determine if your rollover was the result of design and manufacturing flaws. We will aggressively fight for compensation for your injuries and damages sustained during an SUV rollover.

Call 888-892-8722 today for a free consultation with
one of our Florida truck accident lawyers!