Those who drive and maintain delivery trucks must ensure that their driving practices and vehicles are safe. If you or a loved one were harmed in an accident involving a delivery truck, then a Warrenton truck accident lawyer will help you seek compensation. Whether your collision was due to a defective vehicular component or the negligent actions of another motorist, those responsible for your losses may also be financially liable for your expenses.
The team at the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC has experience representing insurance companies. We use that experience to help you navigate the claims process and fight for the compensation you both need and deserve.
Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today at (571) 229-1800 for a free consultation about your case.
Delivery Trucks Can Be Dangerous
USA Today notes how the novel coronavirus has only heightened the reliance on delivery services. While delivery truck drivers play a critical role, they must operate their vehicles with proper care. Accidents involving any type of truck (especially those carrying cargo) have the potential to result in serious injuries and extensive property damage.
The Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy notes how different types of delivery trucks may weigh anywhere from 6,000 pounds to 33,000 pounds. 18-wheelers can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when delivering cargo, according to Popular Mechanics. Due to the inherent risks that these trucks pose to other motorists, truckers must make a conscious effort to follow the guidelines set in place by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). If a trucker is found to be in violation of these guidelines, not only do they risk termination, but also the risk of being held financially accountable for any damages that they cause.
Some reasons why a delivery truck driver may not operate their vehicle with necessary care include:
- Incentives to deliver cargo as quickly as possible, which could directly lead to risky driving behaviors
- Fatigue caused by long driving hours
- The use of drugs or other biologically-compromising stimulants, which Reuters notes is an issue among many truck drivers
- Distractions, which may be more likely to become a problem for delivery drivers who spend long periods in their vehicle
Another motorist may not be the only party who caused or contributed to your collision, however.
Other Parties That Can Be Responsible for Your Accident
Every motorist, pedestrian, and bicyclist has a duty of care to uphold the safety of others.In your truck accident case, duty of care may extend to multiple parties involved in your collision.
Some other parties who may have had a role in your accident include:
- A municipality, who may be responsible for the road conditions where your accident happened
- The employer of the delivery driver, who may be responsible for the actions of their employee
- A mechanic, vehicle manufacturer, or vehicular component manufacturer that made an involved vehicle unsafe to operate
A Warrenton delivery truck accident lawyer can determine who is responsible for your or your loved one’s injuries. Our legal team can manage your personal injury case and aim to recover compensation on your behalf. Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today at (571) 229-1800, for more details about how we can assist you.
A Lawyer Will File Your Claim or Lawsuit
When you reach out to the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC, we can determine whether an insurance claim or lawsuit would serve your legal interests. In either case, your lawyer will prepare and file your case within the state’s predetermined deadlines.
If you choose to pursue compensation through an insurance claim, then your lawyer may:
- Determine which parties are responsible for your accident, and who their insurance companies are
- Handle communications with the insurance companies involved in your claim
- Advise you on how to protect your rights when making any on-the-record statements to insurance agents
- Negotiating an insurance settlement
Your lawyer may not be able to secure the amount of money you deserve through an insurance claim. If this happens in your case, then your lawyer may recommend bringing a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit.
In order to complete your lawsuit, your Warrenton delivery truck accident lawyer may:
- Gather and organize relevant evidence
- Speak with witnesses and record their accounts
- Consult with field experts, such as auto mechanics or medical professionals
- Assign fault for your losses
- File your lawsuit and notify the involved parties
- Manage communications with the courts, involved legal counsel, and the defendant
- Determine the value of your losses
- Negotiate a settlement based on your losses
Your lawyer will work hard to get you a fair settlement. In the case that a trial is necessary, your lawyer will be prepared to argue your case before a judge and jury.
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Examples of Recoverable Truck Accident Losses
You may have experienced several types of losses from your delivery truck accident. Some of these losses may comprise economic damages, which account for your expenses that have a monetary value.
Examples may include:
- Your current and anticipated medical bills
- Any lost income due to your inability to work
- Lowered earning capacity, if your injuries prevent you from working at your former level of productivity
- The cost of rehabilitative care, such as in-home assistance and physical therapy
You also may have noneconomic damages, which are losses that do not have an established cash value.
You may be able to recover the cost of:
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Disability
- “Pain and suffering” and inconvenience
- Impaired quality of life
Your lawyer will fight to recover the cost of your accident-related losses.
Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC Today
Delivery truck drivers and their employers can be held financially accountable for any accidents that occur due to their negligence. A Warrenton delivery truck accident lawyer will help you seek justice for your losses. Call the Parrish Law Firm, PLLC today at (571) 229-1800 for a free consultation.
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