It would be possible to be involved in a motor vehicle accident that involved a mail delivery vehicle.
Those vehicles are usually trucks, which are much larger, taller, and heavier than the traditional passenger vehicle. Being hit by a truck can be life-altering, leading to serious injuries and major damages.
If you have been hit, you might be able to pursue a personal injury claim to recover compensation for the damages that you suffered.
How Negligence Might Impact Being Hit By A Vehicle
Negligence is a leading contributor to most motor vehicle accidents. Negligence is multi-faceted and might involve the actions or inactions of the driver. It can be something such as speeding, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, driving while fatigued, ignoring traffic signs or signals, or failing to adhere to traffic laws.
If you can prove a driver's negligence contributed to your accident, you can have a successful personal injury claim to recover damages.
Damages That Might Result From A Crash With A Vehicle
A collision with a mail truck can cause serious damages. Your vehicle will be needing repairs. Get photos of the damages and get a written estimate from a qualified auto body repair shop. Try to take photos of the accident scene and of any visible injuries.
Get a copy of the accident report and get contact details for any eyewitnesses to the accident. Keep copies of medical bills, medical records, prescription records, document any missed work, get documentation for any future medical care that might be needed, and consider any future lost wages.
You will also have pain and suffering, mental trauma, and possibly scarring or disabilities. Maintaining evidence and documentation is the key to a successful personal injury claim.
Consult With A Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been hit by a vehicle, you should consult with a personal injury lawyer about filing a personal injury claim. Through a claim, you might get compensation for the damages that you suffered as a result of the accident.
Your attorney will investigate the accident, gather up all documentation and evidence, and then help you get your claim filed so you can get on the way to being compensated for your damages.
Your attorney will be paid on a contingency basis, so you have no out of pocket expenses or upfront costs. Schedule a free case evaluation today so you can get the help you need after an auto accident.
Additional Resources
Being hit by a FedEx truck, or any other delivery truck, may leave you with a damaged car, medical bills, and quite a few questions. You can find more information about crashes with delivery trucks, and our page about crash scenarios here:
*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 FedEx, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
