Michigan Rollover Car Accidents

If you were injured in a rollover car accident in Michigan, you might be traumatized and unsure of how to proceed. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may be facing an extensive recovery time and incurring substantial medical bills while missing time from work.

However, if the careless, reckless, or malicious behavior of another driver caused the accident, you have legal options and might wish to contact a knowledgeable lawyer for help.

A skilled Michigan car accident attorney will help to explain your rights and guide you through the ensuing legal process.

• What Types of Compensation are Available?
• How Much Time is There to File a Rollover Car Accident Lawsuit in Michigan?
• Contact a Michigan Rollover Car Accident Lawyer

What Should I Do After a Michigan Auto Accident?

There are a few things that you should do immediately following a Michigan rollover car accident, which include:

• Inform the police of the accident, especially if they do not come to the accident scene.
• Get the driver’s license number and license plate number of the other vehicles in the crash.
• Take photographs on your phone of damage to your car and other vehicles.
• Collect the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of all witnesses to the accident.
• Report the accident to your own auto insurance company after the accident.
• Request an Application for No-Fault Insurance Benefits from your insurance agent.
• Reach out to a Michigan rollover car accident lawyer for help.

Determining Fault for a Rollover Crash

For a successful rollover car accident claim, an injured claimant must be able to demonstrate that another driver was negligent.

To do this, four elements must be established:

• Duty—each driver has an obligation to drive safely and obey the rules of the road
• Breach of duty—the driver neglected to follow their duty by, for example, texting, drinking and driving, or being distracted behind the wheel
• Causation—due to the driver’s reckless behavior, an accident occurred
• Damages—as a result of the accident, the claimant suffered injuries and associated losses

However, even when a claimant’s injuries are obvious and severe, proving fault is often a complex and exhaustive legal process. Because of this, a person injured in a rollover car accident in Michigan will benefit from the knowledge and skill of an attorney at Buckfire Law.

Types of Compensation Available

Because of the severity of many rollover car accidents in Michigan, an injured claimant might be entitled to numerous forms of compensation, both economic and non-economic in nature.

Economic damages might include lost wages, decreased earning capacity, and all associated medical expenses—including hospital bills, surgery costs, and rehabilitation and physical therapy expenses. Most of these claims are covered under a no-fault insurance policy.

Non-economic damages, on the other hand, are often more difficult to calculate. These damages are meant to compensate a claimant for the physical and mental anguish they have suffered as a result of the crash. As such, these damages might include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and disfigurement, scarring, and disability.

Our attorneys will work to get you the maximum possible car accident settlement. We win among the top settlements in Michigan every year.

What Are Common Michigan Rollover Car Accident Injuries?

According to the National Library of Medicine, rollover crashes are one of the most fatal types of motor vehicle crashes. The most common types of injuries after a Michigan rollover auto accident include:

• Head injuries, like traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
• Neck and back injuries, such as herniated and bulging discs and whiplash.
• Damage to the spinal cord causing paralysis and quadriplegia.
• Bruises and lacerations.
• Broken and fractured bones, including ribs, arms, legs, and ankles.
• Shoulder injuries.
• Death

How Much Time is There to File a Michigan Rollover Car Accident Lawsuit?

The statute of limitations is an important legal aspect that any potential claimant should understand. Essentially, anyone injured in a motor vehicle crash who wants to pursue compensation against an at-fault driver should do so within three years from the date of the accident, according to Michigan Compiled Law §600.5805. Additionally, a claim for first-party no-fault insurance (PIP benefits) must be filed within one year of the date of the accident.

Furthermore, in the event that a motorist is killed in a crash, a surviving family member can pursue a claim from the date of their loved one’s passing. No matter the circumstances, a qualified Michigan rollover car accident lawyer could try to help an injured motorist file a claim that satisfies the statute of limitations. If this timeframe is not met, a claim that might be otherwise valid could be met with a dismissal.

How Our Lawyers Help You After a Michigan Rollover Car Accident

The Michigan no-fault insurance laws are confusing and it is important to know your rights after a Michigan rollover car accident. When you choose our law firm for your car accident case, we will:

• Gather the accident report, witness statements, and full police investigation file.
• Collect your medical records, hospital records, and treatment records.
• Deal directly with your auto insurance company adjuster for you.
• Communicate with the insurance adjuster to make sure all benefits have been paid.
• Sue the negligent driver and vehicle owner for your pain and suffering compensation.
• Negotiate with the insurance adjusters for you.

Contact a Michigan Rollover Car Accident Lawyer

A Michigan rollover car accident lawyer at The Buckfire Law Firm is ready and available to start working on your case now.

To learn more about how a legal professional will help, call Buckfire Law Firm today. We charge no fees unless you win a settlement!

Legally reviewed by:

Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D., Lead Trial Attorney at Buckfire Law
 Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D. has over 30 years of experience specializing in personal injury and wrongful death cases. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and attended Wayne State University School of Law. Lawrence has been named a Super Lawyer, U.S. News Best Lawyer, and in The National Trial Lawyers-Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
Date of Review: June, 2025