The company has thousands of vehicles – vans, trucks, and planes, to take care of the job. Every year, there are several accidents involving mail trucks.
If you were involved in an accident and you believe it was caused by the negligence of the driver, you can pursue a personal injury claim against the delivery service. If a mail delivery vehicle causes a crash, the company is liable for the damages. You should maintain evidence and documentation to support your personal injury claim against the company.
Pursuing Your Accident Injury Claim After an Accident
In most cases, you would file your personal injury claim against the driver who caused the crash. But if the driver is operating a business vehicle for company business, then the company is responsible for the damages that is caused by the employee while working.
You will need to notify them and their auto insurer of your intent to seek damages through a personal injury claim by sending a demand letter. In the demand letter, you will explain why you think they are responsible as well as when, how, and why the damages resulted.
If possible, you should gather supporting evidence at the scene of the crash. Take photos of the accident scene, including photos of any debris and skid marks, as well as photos of the damages at different angles. Get statements from witnesses along with their names and contact details.
You should establish medical care right away. Maintain medical records, medical bills, proof of lost wages, prescription receipts, and such.
Consult With a Personal Injury Lawyer
An accident could result in a variety of damages. Most commonly claimed damages include past and future medical expenses, past and future lost wages, pain and suffering, property damages, mental anguish, permanent scarring and disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, and disabilities.
Your personal injury attorney will help you gather up supporting documentation. The other party and their insurer will have lawyers representing them, so seek the guidance of an attorney to protect your rights.
Your lawyer will not get paid until you recover compensation for your damages. When you enlist the help of an attorney, it is because they believe you have a legitimate case against the other party and can recover compensation for your losses.
Remember, a statute of limitations applies, so don’t wait until it is too late to pursue a personal injury claim. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to get your claim underway 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 FedEx, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
