Georgia Fatal SUV Rollover Death

Many drivers are lulled into a false sense of security when driving a sports utility vehicle (SUV). Because SUVs are so much bigger than other passenger vehicles, they feel safer. Unfortunately, due to their design, SUVs can roll during a vehicle accident, leading to serious injuries and even wrongful death. If you have recently lost a family member in an SUV accident, you should speak to an experienced Georgia fatal SUV rollover death attorney as soon as possible.

SUV rollover accidents are occurring at an alarming rate across the nation. SUVs have proven to be popular vehicles; in fact, one out of four vehicles on U.S. roadways is an SUV. But because SUVs have a higher center of gravity than other passenger vehicles, they are more likely to roll over during a vehicle accident. The SUV’s center of gravity is also affected by the cargo load and number of people in the vehicle.

In addition to problems with the SUV’s high center of gravity, many of these vehicles do not include roll bar protection. In the event of an accident, the weak roof structures can collapse, causing serious injuries or death to the occupants of the vehicle.

In an SUV rollover accident case, a strict liability suit may be filed against the SUV manufacturer. A wrongful death attorney must prove to the court that the vehicle itself was defective, thus leading to wrongful death. If the case is successful, the plaintiff may be awarded damages for loss of potential earnings, loss of companionship, and emotional trauma. Punitive damages may also be assessed against the vehicle manufacturer.

The experienced wrongful death attorneys at Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis represent the survivors of Georgia fatal SUV rollover death victims. We will hold the SUV manufacturer accountable for the vehicle’s defective design, and fight to recover damages for your loss. We work with a team of specialists who can help us explain to the court how the SUV’s design contributed to the unnecessary passing of your loved one.

Our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no money up front; in fact, we only get paid if we win your case. To learn more about how Head, Thomas, Webb and Willis can help you reclaim a sense of justice for your loss, please contact us for a free consultation today.