A FedEx truck accident lawyer at Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys can help you claim compensation. If you have been in a collision involving a FedEx truck, our attorneys can represent you. Contact us to discuss your case.
FedEx Truck Accident Attorney
Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys offer free consultations for truck accident victims. We’ve recovered millions for people who have been hurt in trucking accidents. We handle claims involving FedEx trucks, delivery drivers, and affiliated companies.
Our experienced attorneys can pursue your compensation. Call or message us to begin.
Accident with a FedEx truck? You may receive compensation.
Driving can be a dangerous activity, especially when it is not done safely. The law in North Carolina and throughout the United States, is that drivers have a duty of care for the safety of others. When this duty is breached, someone who is hurt as a result may claim monetary compensation.
- If you’re hurt in an accident, a FedEx truck accident lawyer can represent you.
- FedEx drivers and the companies they work for are held to a high standard of care. Traffic violations and other negligence may be the basis for a claim.
- Truck accident injuries are often serious. You deserve an award that reflects the harm that has occurred.
If you have been in an accident, we are sorry. We can’t change what happened, but we can make sure that you don’t suffer financially. To learn more, contact us now.
Common Scenarios Leading to FedEx Truck Accidents
- Trucks parked in a no-parking zone
- Failing to adjust speed in residential areas and areas where people are present
- Parking on a hill and failing to set the parking brake
- Overloading, improper load, or poorly secured load causing vehicle imbalance
- Not adjusting driving because of weather or road conditions
- Trying to work too quickly
- Looking at a scanner or other electronics while driving a delivery vehicle
- Working when ill or when impaired by drugs or alcohol
- Maintenance issues, equipment issues with the delivery vehicle
- Careless or reckless driving
Liability Challenges in FedEx Truck Accident Cases
FedEx uses a network of employees and independent contractors to conduct its operations.
There are multiple entities and work groups, including:
- FedEx Custom Critical
- FedEx Ground
- FedEx Home Delivery
- FedEx Freight and Express
Even though the truck that hits you may say FedEx on the side, it may not be owned by FedEx. The driver may be an independent contractor, which can create challenges in pursuing compensation.
These independent contractors generally have auto liability insurance. However, it can take some investigation to determine:
- Who is liable?
- What insurance do they have?
- How do I claim compensation?
What Evidence Do You Need in a FedEx Truck Accident Claim?
To prove a FedEx truck accident claim, you need evidence to prove:
- Who is at fault? Is FedEx, a contractor, or another company at fault? Are there multiple parties at fault?
- Why are they at fault? How did the defendant act negligently? Is there another basis for liability?
- How did their actions result in your harm? This is called causation. The defendant’s negligence must be the cause of your harm.
- What damages do you have? Damages that result from the accident can be economic and non-economic losses. You may claim for what applies in your situation, including future damages.
The exact evidence you will use will be specific to your case. For example, if the FedEx truck cut you off in traffic, you may rely on the location of vehicle damage, skid marks, and testimony from witnesses.
Types of Injuries Typically Seen in FedEx Truck Accidents
- Broken bones
- Whiplash
- Torn tendons and ligaments, other soft tissue damage
- Paralysis, spinal cord, and nerve damage
- Cuts and bruises
- Internal organ damage
- Scars and disfigurement
- Mental health injury
How To Navigate Insurance Claims After a FedEx Truck Accident
Navigating an insurance claim after a FedEx truck accident starts with reporting the accident to law enforcement. Call emergency responders if anyone may be hurt.
Ask the driver for their vehicle registration and license plate, the name of the company they work for, and their employee identification number. Ask for their vehicle insurance information.
Report the accident to your insurance and the insurance of the FedEx driver.
Get medical attention right away. Keep records of the ways you have been impacted by the accident, including medical appointments, bills, lost work, pain levels, and changes in your daily routine.
It may take time to document your economic and non-economic losses. You may need to project future damages. A lawyer can help you value your claim and pursue compensation.
Why You Need an Experienced FedEx Truck Accident Lawyer
Damages may be great
Truck accidents often result in life-changing injuries. You may have a significant recovery period where you can’t live your life the way that you used to. Maybe your life has changed forever. Fully exploring and documenting your damages can result in a higher settlement than you might otherwise receive. Our experienced lawyers know the categories of damages and how to verify your losses.
Insurance companies fight good claims
Insurance companies should happily pay when their insured is at fault for an accident. However, insurance companies exist to generate a profit and not to pay insurance claims. Sadly, you may need to fight for your compensation. Our lawyers understand how to take on the fight effectively with the goal being success in your case.
A claim may be complex
A claim involving a FedEx truck may involve multiple corporate entities. When you have the truck accident lawyers from Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys on your side, you have a team that can navigate complex legal procedures. We pursue your case with a legal strategy for your situation.
You can focus on your recovery
When you’re recovering from injuries, your lawyer can take care of the legal claim. They minimize the burden of preparing legal documents, talking to parties, and negotiating. You can focus on yourself and your family.
Consult with a FedEx Truck Accident Lawyer
Contact Horton & Mendez Injury Attorneys for your consultation with a FedEx truck accident lawyer. Call or message us now.
