Delivery Truck Accidents
Were You Hit and Injured by a Delivery Truck?
If you were injured in a delivery truck accident, whether you were riding in a passenger car or driving the truck, you may have claims against a number of parties and their insurance companies. Since even a serious fracture or mild concussion can require lengthy and expensive medical treatment, it is important to identify those sources and preserve your right to full compensation for your loss.
The attorneys of Gary Martin Hays & Associates represent people in Atlanta and throughout Georgia who have been seriously injured in accidents involving delivery trucks. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your case.
Delivery Truck Driver Negligence
Delivery truck drivers working for UPS, FedEx or other delivery services are under extraordinary pressure to deliver as many packages as they can as quickly as possible. This pressure can translate into driver negligence scenarios such as the following:
- A driver passed the delivery address and backed up rather than going around the block, causing a crash.
- A driver failed to engage the parking brake while running a package to the building and the parked truck rolled into traffic.
Negligent Maintenance of Delivery Vehicles
Drivers of local delivery trucks, service vans and pizza delivery cars may be sent out on the road in poorly maintained vehicles. Neglect of trucking equipment maintenance leads to a variety of dangerous conditions, including:
- Truck brake failure
- Blowouts and defective tires
Aggressive Automobile Drivers
Some drivers see delivery trucks and other commercial vehicles as obstacles on the road. These drivers take risks to get in ahead of delivery trucks on the highways and fail to give them adequate room to maneuver. As a result, delivery drivers and other passengers in other vehicles can suffer injuries.
Talk to a Lawyer Before Talking to the Insurance Company
Before you make a statement to an insurance company representative or sign a settlement agreement, contact us to schedule a free confidential consultation and claim review with an attorney. From offices in Atlanta and Athens, our truck accident lawyers serve clients throughout Georgia. Call toll free 866.710.4116.
