Colson Hicks Eidson is at the forefront of defective auto component litigation, protecting passengers and shaping the law to promote safer practices.
Each rollover accident attorney at our personal injury law firm has significant experience recovering compensation for clients affected by tire failure leading to loss of control. This loss of control is a common cause of rollover for cars and trucks as well as SUVs.
Colson Hicks Eidson has significant experience handling both defective auto component and personal injury cases. We have litigated several cases involving tread separation that led to rollover accidents. We have recovered millions of dollars in damages against Ford, Firestone and many other manufacturers for injuries stemming from defective auto parts. This is because automobile part manufacturers have an obligation to ensure their products can withstand the hazards of the roadway. However, when they fail in this obligation, they put their customers in harm’s way. In the case of tire blowouts, SUV rollover accidents often then occur. Whether the tire failure was caused by negligence or simply irresponsible driving, our accident attorneys are prepared to help you fight for compensation for your injuries and pain.
Tire failures often occur because of damage or defects in the tire or vehicle. These damages sometimes occur due to neglected maintenance or strenuous wear-and-tear. Common causes of tire failures include:
Some tire failures occur due to manufacturers’ failures or unforeseeable circumstances. However, many happen because of an owner’s or a driver’s negligence to maintain, repair or replace their tires. Some trucking companies may not perform maintenance on their vehicles to save money and increase their profits.
Multiple parties may be responsible for a rollover accident. The failure could result from a defect in the tire’s manufacturing. However, the actual rollover accident may have resulted from a driver’s reckless actions or hazards on the roadway.
The average vehicle weighs 2000 pounds, and some semi trucks may weigh up to 40 times that amount with a full load. If a tire blowout occurs, then the driver’s ability to control the vehicle is significantly impaired. This could quickly turn fatal at high speeds.
A car or truck accident caused by a tire blowout can cause rollover accident injuries as severe as:
Legal action may provide some remedies to your injuries. With the help of a rollover accident attorney, you can seek compensation to cover medical costs and other expenses that stem from the harm you suffered during the accident.
The personal injury lawyers at Colson Hicks Eidson are prepared to help you pursue legal action against the tire manufacturer. If you or a loved one suffered a serious rollover accident because of a tire blowout or other car defect, then it is essential that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible to learn more about your legal rights.
