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A recent emergency response in Somers, New York—where a driver had to be pulled from a rolled-over vehicle—reminds us how quickly a routine trip on Westchester’s roads can turn life-altering. Rollover crashes are among the most dangerous types of motor-vehicle collisions, often causing serious spinal, head, and orthopedic injuries. And in communities like Somers, Yorktown, Mahopac, and the greater Westchester County area, winding roads, elevation changes, and high-speed connectors like Route 35, Route 100, and the Taconic State Parkway can increase the risk.
While details of the Somers rollover remain under investigation, incidents like this are unfortunately common across Westchester and the NYC metropolitan region. Every year, drivers are injured in crashes caused by speeding, distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, mechanical failures, or abrupt roadway conditions—many on the same roads commuters travel each day.
Why Rollover Accidents Are So Severe
Rollover collisions create forces that toss occupants violently inside the vehicle. They are especially common on:
- Curving two-lane roads in northern Westchester
- Entrance and exit ramps along the Taconic and Saw Mill River Parkway
- Congested and high-speed corridors approaching White Plains, Yonkers, and the Bronx
Victims of rollover crashes often suffer:
- Spinal injuries requiring surgical fusion
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken bones
- Internal injuries
- Long-term disability
Recovering compensation often requires reconstructing the crash, proving fault, and presenting complex medical evidence—tasks that demand a highly experienced car accident lawyer.
Why Experience Matters — Put 35 Years of Trial Strength on Your Side
For more than 35 years, Norman Gershon has built a reputation as the “go-to trial lawyer” for the toughest personal injury and car accident cases across Westchester County, New York City, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and beyond.
He has secured tens of millions in verdicts and settlements for crash victims, including:
- $3,000,000 — Carmona v. Esther Transportation (vehicle crash, lumbar fusion)
- $3,750,000 — Hernandez-Santos v. Egg Depot (vehicle crash, spinal fusion)
- $2,500,000 — Yurkovic v. Cepin (Westchester) (intersection accident, cervical fusion)
- $5,068,000 — Young v. Bal (sideswipe crash, cervical fusion)
- $5,445,000 — Mungo v. Traviseo (motor vehicle collision, cervical & lumbar fusions)
- $16,500,000 — Betancourt v. NYCTA (catastrophic bus/passenger crash injuries)
These are not routine outcomes—they reflect decades of trial excellence, courtroom instinct, and meticulous preparation.
What Clients Say About Norman
Clients consistently describe Norman as:
- “Smart, experienced, compassionate, tough… the class of the field.” — Michael Benowich
- “A kind, caring lawyer who got me a bigger settlement than I expected.” — Nancy Joyce
- “Comfortable, confident, completely prepared in the courtroom.” — Lance, NY
- “A brilliant attorney — a beast in the courtroom.” — Dessasore
- “Relentless… he leaves nothing to chance.” — B., New York
This care + trial firepower combination is exactly what rollover victims need.
What To Do After a Rollover or Serious Crash
If you or a loved one is involved in a rollover accident in Somers, White Plains, New Rochelle, Yonkers, the Bronx, Queens, or Manhattan:
- Seek medical attention immediately — symptoms often appear later.
- Document everything, including vehicle position, road conditions, and injuries.
- Do not speak to insurance companies before consulting a lawyer.
- Contact a highly experienced trial attorney who understands complex crash reconstruction and life-changing injuries.
Early legal intervention often makes the difference between a denied claim and a life-changing recovery.
Contact Norman Gershon today if you’ve been injured in a cara ccident.
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