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Do I File a Claim Against UPS* or the Driver?

If you have been involved in an accident with a mail delivery vehicle, and you believe that the mail company is at fault, you can pursue a personal injury claim to recoup compensation for the damages you sustained in the crash. Damages that typically result from an accident with them include medical expenses, medical expenses in the future, lost wages, future loss of earnings, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, permanent scarring and disfigurement, and mental anguish.

Pursuing Your Accident Injury Claim After a Accident

If you have been injured in an accident in which the driver acted negligently and was at fault, you might be left wondering who you would file a personal injury claim against. If the driver was operating a mail delivery vehicle and was on the job, then they are liable for the damages.

Postal service companies would have insurance to cover such incidents. Your claim will be filed and its insurance company, so you can get your claim on track.

You will need to notify their insurance company of your intent to pursue a claim. You will do this by sending a demand letter. In the letter, you will need to detail the date of the crash, the time and location, what happened, your damages, and why you believe they are liable. You should include supporting documentation, such as medical bills, evidence that work was missed and wages were lost, medical records, prescription receipts, etc.

Consult With a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have suffered injuries in an accident, you should consider speaking with a personal injury lawyer. Your odds of a successful claim are much greater when you enlist an accident injury attorney. Your lawyer will not be paid until you are receive compensate for your losses through either a judgment or a settlement.

Every state has its own statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim after an accident. If you don’t file a claim within the specified timeframe, your claim will be denied and will not be able to pursue a claim and you will not be eligible for benefits. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to get your case reviewed by an accident injury lawyer in your area in your state today.

*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against UPS, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.

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