Pennsylvania Delivery Truck Accidents
Delivery trucks are a common sight in Pennsylvania. We rely on these drivers to get our goods from one destination to another. But many of these drivers face tight deadlines, which can lead to careless driving or bad decision making. This can result in an accident with serious injuries for all involved.
If you were injured in an accident with a delivery truck driver, you need to know your legal rights. There could be multiple parties responsible for your accident and you wading through the insurance claim process can be a nightmare.
At Fellerman & Ciarimboli, our Pennsylvania delivery truck accident lawyers understand the complexities involved in these types of cases. We spend day and night, fighting for our clients’ rights to make sure that you are properly compensated for your injuries.
Delivery Truck Accidents: What You Should Know
According to a recent report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, delivery workers and truck operators have incurred the greatest number of fatal workplace injuries in 2016. The leading cause of these fatal injuries was the result of a transportation accident; at 40 percent, it is the most common fatal event for these workers in 2016.
What is the cause of all these fatal accidents? According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the number one cause of fatal crashes is human error.
Some of the most common causes for delivery truck errors include:
- A sudden stop by the driver looking for a particular address to deliver a package.
- Cargo that was either overloaded in the vehicle, causing it to be unbalanced, or not properly secured
- Blocked visibility because the truck had stopped at a busy location, constricting the flow of traffic
- Distracted driving, such as a driver texting or looking at a GPS to find the next location instead of the busy road
- A driver who may be intoxicated
- Poor training of the driver by the delivery company
Who Is Responsible for Your Injuries?
When you are involved in a truck accident, there could be multiple parties responsible for your injuries, not just the other driver:
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The delivery company may be held responsible for your accident if there was an issue with the truck, the driver was not properly trained, or the company had failed to properly screen the driver prior to employment.
- Those responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle may be responsible if there was a mechanical error that they should have corrected. For example, there was a bubble in one of the truck’s tires that the maintenance crew failed to change prior to the truck being put to use.
- The manufacturer could also be held responsible for the vehicle if there was a manufacturing defect, such as a faulty brake system.
What to Do After a Delivery Truck Accident?
If you do get into a delivery truck accident, a million things are probably running through your head at this time. Are you ok? Are those involved all right? What will this do to your insurance? How bad is the damage to your vehicle?
These are all important questions and your next steps following a truck accident are important. Keep these in mind:
- First, you want to make sure you and any passengers in your car are ok. If you can, move your vehicle to the side of the road to stay clear of any danger.
- Call 911 immediately to report the accident. Even if the damage to your vehicle is minimal, it is the law. Then wait for emergency services to arrive.
- Check on the other drivers involved in the accident. If you can, try to get the contact information from them.
- Ask for the contact information from any witnesses. They may be needed if your claim needs to go to court.
- Tell the police everything you remember. Remember you will need this police report later.
- Contact your insurance company and then contact your attorney, especially if you were injured.
How Our Philly Delivery Truck Accident Lawyers Can Help
The Pennsylvania delivery truck accident lawyers at Fellerman & Ciarimboli have spent their careers fighting for those injured in any type of auto accident. Our team understands that not all traffic accidents are the same - even the simplest claim has an extensive amount of paperwork involved. From our investigators to our expert witnesses, we have access to the most efficient team in making your claim. Not only do we have the experience, but we have the track record. With more than $110 million won in verdicts and settlements, we stand up for those who don't have a voice.
Remember, when selecting an attorney for your accident, results matter. If you or someone you loved has been involved in an accident with a delivery truck in Philadelphia, Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, or anywhere in the Keystone State, don't delay.
The Pennsylvania delivery truck accident lawyers at Fellerman & Ciarimboli are ready to take your case. Contact us at (877) 989-4878 today for a free consultation.
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