How Our Lafayette Rollover Accident Attorneys Help

Christie Bell & Marshall has served Lafayette and Tippecanoe County for over 30 years, handling serious injury cases with a client-first approach that prioritizes evidence, early action, and full accountability. We understand that rollover crashes often involve complex liability and life-changing injuries, and we build each case around what the proof shows, not what an insurer wants to believe. If you have been injured in a rollover accident, we are here to help you protect your rights and move forward with confidence.

When you hire our team, here is what we do right away:

  • We take steps to preserve the vehicle so critical components like tires, wheels, suspension parts, steering components, and onboard data are still available for inspection, because many rollover cases turn on whether the crash was caused by a trip event, a mechanical failure, or another driver’s actions.
  • We secure the crash report and supplemental materials, then work outward into evidence that tells the real story, including 911 audio, bodycam footage when available, witness statements, and nearby surveillance.
  • We document the scene and roadway condition while it still reflects what happened, including shoulder drop-offs, uneven pavement edges, debris, missing signage, sightlines, and the specific curve or merge pattern that may have triggered the loss of control.
  • We identify every layer of insurance coverage, especially when the rollover involves a work vehicle, rideshare activity, a commercial driver, or a chain reaction crash where another vehicle caused the initial hazard.
  • We protect you from common insurer pressure points, including recorded statements and early settlement pushes.

To see the serious vehicle cases our firm handles, review our case results – they show outcomes we’ve secured in major motor vehicle litigation, including high-stakes cases where liability turned on detailed evidence work. Schedule a free consultation to discuss cases like yours.

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Injuries We Commonly See After Rollover Accidents

Rollover injuries tend to be complex because the body experiences abrupt directional changes, multiple impacts, and crushing forces. In Lafayette rollover cases, we frequently see:

  • Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
  • Cervical and lumbar spine injuries, including herniated discs and nerve symptoms
  • Rib, pelvis, and extremity fractures
  • Facial injuries, lacerations, and scarring from glass and roof intrusion
  • Shoulder, knee, and hip injuries from bracing and violent rotation
  • Psychological trauma that affects driving, sleep, and daily stability

Delayed symptoms are common after rollover crashes—they may appear hours or even days later. What matters is documenting them properly and maintaining a consistent medical record to protect your right to compensation.

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Damages We Pursue in Lafayette Rollover Accident Claims

A rollover settlement should reflect the full cost of the injury, including long-term consequences that do not show up in the first week. We build damages with documentation and detail so insurers cannot pretend the harm was temporary.

Depending on your injuries and recovery, damages may include:

  • Past and future medical expenses, including surgery, rehab, therapy, imaging, and specialist care
  • Lost wages and reduced earning capacity, especially when physical limitations affect the type of work you can do
  • Pain and suffering, including chronic pain, sleep disruption, and reduced quality of life
  • Scarring and disfigurement, which is common in rollover events with glass and metal intrusion
  • Future support needs such as home assistance, mobility aids, and long-term therapy
  • Property loss and out-of-pocket costs tied to transportation and recovery

Indiana Deadlines and Legal Rules That Shape Your Rollover Case

Two rules show up in nearly every serious rollover claim: deadlines and fault allocation, and both can quietly decide whether you receive compensation.

Indiana generally gives injury victims two years to file most personal injury lawsuits, as stated in Indiana Code § 34-11-2-4.

Fault allocation matters just as much. Indiana reduces compensation by your percentage of fault and can bar recovery when fault crosses the statutory threshold, as set out in Indiana Code § 34-51-2-5.

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Talk With Our Lafayette Rollover Accident Attorneys

A rollover crash can leave you with injuries that do not fit neatly into an insurer’s quick valuation model, and the evidence that proves what happened does not last forever. If you want a team that will preserve the vehicle, secure the right proof, identify every liable party, and pursue full compensation, we are ready to help.

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FAQs About Rollover Accidents in Lafayette

What should I do immediately after a rollover crash in Lafayette?

Get medical care first, even if you feel “mostly okay.” Rollovers often cause head, neck, and spine injuries that can worsen after adrenaline fades. If it is safe, take photos of the scene, vehicle resting position, roof damage, seat belt marks, airbags, and any roadway edge drop-off or debris that could have contributed. Ask for witness contact information, and avoid guessing about speed or fault when speaking to police or insurers.

Can I still have a case if it was a single-vehicle rollover?

Yes. A single-vehicle rollover does not automatically mean you caused it. These crashes can involve tire failure, shifting cargo, unsafe roadway edges, debris, poorly marked construction zones, or another driver forcing you off the road. The key is preserving the vehicle and documenting the roadway condition early enough to prove what triggered the rollover.

Why does the insurance company keep saying I “overcorrected”?

Because it is an easy narrative that shifts blame to you and reduces payout. In many rollover cases, “overcorrection” is not the real cause, it is the reaction to a trigger event like a shoulder drop-off, sudden tire failure, or another driver’s unsafe maneuver. We counter that defense by focusing on physical evidence, timing, scene documentation, and vehicle data when available.

What injuries are common in rollover accidents?

Rollover crashes often involve multiple impacts and roof loading, so we frequently see concussions and traumatic brain injuries, neck and back injuries including herniated discs, broken ribs or pelvis fractures, shoulder and knee injuries from bracing, deep lacerations and scarring, and psychological trauma that affects sleep and driving confidence.

How is fault handled if the insurer claims I share responsibility?

Insurers often try to assign partial blame in rollovers to reduce damages. Fault decisions usually depend on evidence like skid or yaw marks, debris patterns, roadway conditions, vehicle damage mapping, witness statements, and sometimes vehicle data. The earlier that evidence is preserved, the harder it becomes for an insurer to inflate your share of fault.

How long do I have to file a rollover accident lawsuit in Indiana?

Many injury claims are subject to a two-year deadline, but waiting is risky even when time remains. Video can be overwritten, vehicles can be repaired or totaled, and the most valuable proof can disappear quickly. A prompt legal review helps you protect both evidence and timing.

What if my vehicle was towed and the insurance company wants to total it?

Tell your lawyer immediately. In rollover cases, the vehicle itself can be critical evidence. Once it is repaired, salvaged, or destroyed, it becomes much harder to prove mechanical failure, tire defects, roof intrusion issues, or crash dynamics. Preserving the vehicle often changes the strength of the case.

What damages can I recover after a rollover crash?

Depending on your injuries, you may be able to recover medical expenses (including future care), lost income, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, out-of-pocket costs tied to recovery, and property loss. In serious cases, damages can also reflect long-term impairment, scarring, and future assistance needs.

Will my rollover case settle, or will it go to trial?

Many cases settle, but rollover claims are often more contested because insurers push hard on fault and injury severity. We prepare these cases as if they could be tried, because that preparation usually improves settlement leverage and helps prevent lowball offers based on assumptions rather than evidence.