By Christopher Dyer, Partner at Lucas, Macyszyn & Dyer Injury Attorneys · Member, The Florida Bar · Last updated October 1, 2026
A rollover is one of the most violent kinds of crash, and it often causes serious injuries. Some rollovers come from another driver’s mistake, a sudden swerve, a run-off-road, or a collision, and some involve a vehicle or tire defect. Sorting out which matters, because it can change who is responsible. Here is what to do.
What causes rollovers
Rollovers happen for different reasons: being struck or forced off the road by another driver, a sharp evasive maneuver, tripping on a curb or soft shoulder, or a vehicle that is top-heavy and prone to tipping. In some cases a tire failure or a design or roof-strength defect plays a role. Because taller vehicles like SUVs and trucks have a higher center of gravity, they roll more easily.
Why the cause changes who is responsible
If another driver caused the rollover, your claim runs against them, with your own PIP (Fla. Stat. § 627.736) paying first. If a tire or the vehicle itself failed, there may also be a product liability claim against the manufacturer. That is why preserving the vehicle and tires after a rollover can be important evidence, so do not let it be scrapped before it is examined.
What to Do After a Rollover Accident in New Port Richey
Prioritize emergency and follow-up medical care.
Preserve the vehicle and tires, and do not authorize scrapping before an inspection.
Keep the crash report, photos, and witness details.
Talk to a local attorney early, especially if a defect may be involved. Fault can be shared under comparative negligence (Fla. Stat. § 768.81).
Frequently asked questions
What causes a vehicle to roll over? Being struck or forced off the road, a sharp evasive move, tripping on a curb or shoulder, a top-heavy vehicle, or in some cases a tire or design defect.
Could a defect be responsible for my rollover? Sometimes. Tire failures and roof-strength or stability issues can contribute, which may support a product liability claim. Preserving the vehicle and tires is key to finding out.
Why should I keep the wrecked vehicle? The vehicle and tires can be crucial evidence. If they are scrapped before an inspection, a possible defect claim may be lost.
Talk to a real attorney, free
If you or someone you love was hurt in a rollover in New Port Richey or anywhere in Pasco County, we are ready to help. Get a free case evaluation: no pressure, no obligation, and no fee unless we win your case. (Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.)
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This article is general information about Florida law, not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different. Talk to an attorney about your specific situation.
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