Rollover Collision in Ferndale Leaves Driver Hurt
When drivers act in unexpected or dangerous ways such as drifting between lanes, slamming on their brakes, or turning suddenly without using their turn signal, the risk of a rollover collision or other type of car accident is very high. All drivers owe a duty of care to others on the road that they will drive with reasonable care. This means driving sober, rested enough to stay alert, and following traffic signs, among other things.
If you were the victim of a car accident caused by a negligent driver, you deserve full and fair compensation for your losses and injuries. Call a local car accident lawyer for help – they can discuss your legal rights, walk you through the claims process, and negotiate your settlement.
Rollover Collision in Ferndale Leaves Driver Hurt
As reported by newsbreak.com, one person was hurt after they collided into a semi-truck on I-5 in Ferndale, WA June 21, 2023. The rollover collision occurred between the W. Smith Road overpass and the Main Street interchange at around 9:30 a.m. Reports had been received from citizens about a Jeep Liberty SUV driving erratically and drifting between the northbound lanes. Only 10 minutes later, new reports were received that the vehicle had rolled and crashed.
Reports indicated that the Jeep had crashed into a semi-truck when it was in the left lane before swerving and rolling off the roadway into the median. When medics arrived, they took the driver of the Jeep to PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center through a medic unit under advanced life support (ALS) protocols with minor injuries. No other injuries were reported.
No criminal charges are pending at this time and an investigation into the crash is ongoing.
What causes drivers to swerve through traffic?
When a driver swerves through traffic or traffic lanes, they are putting themselves and others on the road at risk of a terrible car accident. Here are some of the reasons that drivers may swerve through traffic:
- Driving while intoxicated
- Falling asleep at the wheel
- Losing control of the vehicle (speeding or slipping on ice)
- Over-correcting the steering wheel after drifting or slipping
What is a rollover crash?
A rollover crash is when a vehicle crashes into something and then rolls over at least once before coming to a stop. Rollover crashes have a very high fatality rate compared to other types of crashes. Supported by data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are six main factors that contribute to the risk of vehicle rollover accidents. These six factors are:
- The type of vehicle (SUVs and vans are more susceptible)
- Driving on rural roads (because they lack clear divisions and barriers that reduce the risk)
- Driving while intoxicated
- Driving at high speeds
- Routine driving
- Single-vehicle crashes
At this time it is not clear why the driver of the SUV was involved in a Rollover crash.
Seek the help of a car accident lawyer
If you or a loved one was injured in a collision because of the negligence of another, contact a personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal rights. Let an experienced car accident attorney fight for the full compensation that you deserve. It is not uncommon to receive a settlement from the insurance company that is five to ten times larger with the help of a lawyer. Call the personal injury lawyers at Tario & Associates, P.S. in Bellingham, WA today for a FREE consultation! We have been representing residents of Whatcom County, Skagit County, Island County and Snohomish County since 1979. You will pay nothing up front and no attorney fees at all unless we recover damages for you!
