Has a car accident involving a mail truck left you sidetracked? If so, you might be able to file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for the damages that you suffered because of the crash. Liability, or who is at fault, plays a major role in the personal injury claim process and will help to determine if you are entitled to compensation and how much compensation is a fair amount.
Auto accidents happen every single day and many of these crashes lead to serious injuries and damages that have a significant financial impact on the accident victims.
Through a personal injury claim, you might be able to lessen the burden that results from the crash.
Negligence During a Crash
Most auto accidents could be prevented. Negligence is a contributor to most accidents. If negligence contributed to your accident, you might be able to have a successful personal injury claim. You will have to prove that the injury was the fault of the driver.
To do this, you will need to provide evidence and documentation that shows the driver was at least 49% to blame for the crash and the damages that you suffered. You will need a copy of the accident report filed by law enforcement.
The police will investigate the crash and the report will most likely indicate who was at fault. All of these supporting evidence will strengthen your personal injury claim.
Damages After Being Hit By A Vehicle
You can suffer a variety of damages after an auto accident, especially after being hit by a postal service vehicle. The delivery vehicles are usually much larger and heavier than a traditional passenger vehicle.
In addition to the personal property damages you will suffer from your vehicle being damaged in the crash, you can suffer a variety of other damages. You will have medical expenses from going to the doctor for the injuries that you suffer.
You will probably miss work so you will have lost wages and you might miss more work in the future so you will have future lost wages. Any needed medical care in the future will also need to be considered.
If you suffered disabilities or permanent scarring they should also be considered as part of your claim.
Consult With A Personal Injury Attorney
If you have suffered injuries and damages because of being hit by a vehicle, you should consult with a personal injury attorney. A lawyer will be able to determine what damages you suffered and help come up with a monetary value for your claim.
You will not have any expenses out of pocket because personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis, so your attorney does not get paid until he or she gets you a settlement or judgment for your damages.
There is a statute of limitations, so you should file your claim before it is too late. Schedule a free case evaluation with an auto accident attorney today.
More About Mail Truck Crashes
- What Should I Do If I Get Hit By A UPS Truck? - Discusses the general scenario, and includes links to specific scenarios.
- If a UPS Driver Hit Me, Do I Sue the Driver or the Company? - Discussess Liability in a mail truck crash scenario.
*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.
