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SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) Rollover Attorney
SUV's are prone to rollovers because of a design flaw not taken into consideration by SUV manufacturers. SUV Rollovers occur because of the absence of a lower center of gravity and a wider track width. These two factors, when present, allow automobiles to skid, spin and recover safely.
A common evasive maneuver that car drivers safely utilize every day can cause an SUV to roll over. Rollovers can occur with all sports utility vehicles.
The danger of SUV rollovers is one of the most important automotive safety issues today. Consumer Reporters have long warned buyers of the higher risk of rollovers posed by SUVs and have advocated government rollover testing of vehicles since 1988.
Statistics show that SUVs have a higher fatality rate due to rollovers than do passenger cars. Physics plays an important part: a taller vehicle has a higher center of gravity, which makes it more top-heavy than one that sits lower.
SUV manufacturers are aware of this safety flaw but have failed to take the proper precautions to ensure production of a safer vehicle. The links below contain valuable information regarding the history of rollovers and what vehicle manufacturers are not doing to increase SUV safety:
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/rollover/
http://www.roadandtravel.com/crashratings/index.html
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2000/09/20/national/main235030.shtml
If you or a loved one have been injured in a SUV rollover, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. For a free case evaluation complete the consultation form below. An attorney will review your information in accordance with our site's terms and agreements and may contact you to discuss your claim.
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