Types of Delivery Vehicle Accidents We Handle
Our San Fernando law firm has extensive experience with the full range of delivery vehicle collisions:
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Amazon & Major Carrier Vans
Large delivery vans from Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and USPS have significant blind spots and often make frequent stops in traffic lanes, creating hazardous conditions for other drivers.
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Food Delivery Vehicles
Drivers for DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and Postmates are often distracted by apps, GPS, and customer communications while navigating residential streets at high speeds.
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Commercial Box Trucks
Larger delivery trucks require special handling and have a devastating impact force. When companies fail to properly train drivers or maintain vehicles, the results can be catastrophic.
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Last-Mile Delivery Services
Local and regional delivery services often operate with minimal insurance and safety oversight, making these claims particularly challenging.
Why Delivery Vehicle Cases Are More Complex
Unlike a typical car accident between two private drivers, delivery vehicle crashes involve multiple layers of legal complexity:
- Employment Status Questions Is the driver an employee or an independent contractor? This determination affects who bears liability. Companies often misclassify drivers to avoid responsibility. We know how to pierce these corporate shields.
- Multiple Insurance Policies There may be the driver's personal auto insurance, the company's commercial policy, and umbrella policies. Each insurer will try to minimize its exposure. We identify all available coverage and pursue every source.
- Corporate Liability Even when drivers are contractors, companies can still be liable for negligent hiring, inadequate training, or creating dangerous delivery quotas. We investigate the company's policies and practices to establish its responsibility.
- Federal Regulations Larger commercial vehicles may be subject to regulations from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Violations of these rules strengthen your claim.
Fighting for Complete Compensation After a Delivery Vehicle Crash
Delivery vehicle accidents often result in serious injuries because of the size and weight disparity between commercial vehicles and passenger cars. We work to recover full compensation for:
Economic Damages
- All medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, ongoing treatment, physical therapy)
- Lost income from time away from work
- Reduced earning capacity if injuries are permanent
- Vehicle repair or replacement costs
- Home modifications if you're disabled
Non-Economic Damages
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional trauma and anxiety
- Loss of life enjoyment
- Permanent scarring or disfigurement
- Impact on family relationships
