If a mail truck caused a crash that totaled your car, you can pursue a claim against them to request to be compensated for your damages sustained in the accident.
What Should I Do If a Mail Truck Totaled My Car?
If you are involved in a crash with a postal truck, call the police. Always stay on the scene of the accident and make sure you tell the officer your side of the story. Ask any witnesses for statements and contact details. Exchange names, contact information and insurance details with the driver of the mail truck. If, at all possible, take photos of the accident scene and of the damages.
You should seek medical care right away. Some injuries are worse than they initially appear, or they might not be apparent for days. Establishing medical care is imperative to a successful personal injury claim after your car was totaled by a truck. Maintaining thorough documentation to support your claim is essential to your claim’s success.
Pursuing Your Claim for Damages After a Mail Truck Totals Your Car
If an accident with a mail truck totaled your car, you will need to maintain supporting documentation. Keep copies of medical bills, medical records, proof of missed work and lost wages, estimates from a repair shop, copies of tow bills, receipts for a rental car, photos of the damages and injuries, and statements from witnesses.
To get your claim underway, a demand letter will be sent to the ofeending party. This letter will ask the postal service to cover your damages, so include the bills and receipts and add them all up for the total. Provide a copy of the accident report and supporting documentation to show your damages and how you came up with the dollar value for your claim. That way, you have a way to back up your damages and your dollar amount isn’t as questionable.
Consult with a Personal Injury Attorney
If your car was totaled by a mail truck, you should talk with an accident injury lawyer in your state. The postal service and their insurer will not want to fork over the cash, so you will need to ensure you have legal representation. There are no out-of-pocket expenses because accident injury attorneys take such claims on a contingency basis. The attorney will not be compensated until you recover damages. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to learn how to file a personal injury claim after your accident.
Additional Resources
- What Should I Do if I Was Rear Ended by a UPS* Truck?
- What if I Have a Head On Collision With a UPS* Truck?
*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.
