If you had your vehicle parked somewhere and a USPS truck, or any other mail truck, backed into it, then the postal service is responsible for the damages that resulted.
What to Do if a Truck Backs into My Car?
If your car was backed into by a truck, ask the police to come out and complete an accident report. This supports your claim about damages to your vehicle. Ask to determine if there are any witnesses to the incident. If so, ask witnesses for written statements about what happened. Also, ask witnesses for their names and contact details. Before moving the car, take photos of the accident scene as well as of the damage your vehicle suffered. If the driver stayed on the accident scene, get their name, contact details and the truck license plate information.
Pursuing Your Claim for Damages
If your vehicle is rendered inoperable, call a tow truck. Keep the tow bill and the receipts for any rental vehicle that you must use while your car is in the shop. Take your car to a qualified repair facility of your choice. Be sure to get written repair estimates and ask them to check the car over thoroughly. Some damage might not be visible from the outside of the vehicle. Ask them to make notes about anything that might be questionable, such as mechanical issues that might result from the impact of the truck backing into your car. They must confirm it was caused by the crash.
Maintain documentation to support your claim and send a demand letter to the other party with supporting documentation asking for reimbursement for your damages. Explain what happened, when and where it happened, and why you think they are liable. You will then need to send along copies of supporting documentation that indicate your damages and the monetary costs associated with the incident.
Consult with a Personal Injury Attorney
Consult with a personal injury attorney if a truck backed into your car. Most likely, they won’t be ready to fork out the cash for your damages without some encouragement from a knowledgeable personal injury attorney. There will be no upfront costs. Your accident injury lawyer works on a contingency basis, so until you are compensated, your lawyer will not be paid. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to get your personal injury case against them underway.
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*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 USPS, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
