Delivery truck drivers, like many truck drivers, are under pressure to get their freight delivered on time. Unfortunately, haste can lead to accidents and when large trucks are involved, that can mean multi-vehicle accidents as well.
If you have been injured in a multi-vehicle accident and believe that a postal service driver was at fault, you may be able to recover damages with the help of a personal injury attorney.
Injuries From a Multi-Vehicle Accident
Multi-vehicle accidents are quite unpredictable. You could be hit head on, from the rear or on the side.
Depending on the severity of the accident and the way in which your vehicle was hit, you could face injuries ranging from minor scratches and cuts right through to very severe head or spinal injuries or burns.
Process for Filing a PI Claim for a Multi-Vehicle Accident With a Vehicle
The important point about a multi-vehicle accident is determining how the accident happened and who was to blame. There may be a single party at fault or more than one.
If you have suffered an injury and it was not your fault, you will need proof that someone else was at fault, i.e. that their negligent driving caused your injuries.
With major accidents like a multi-vehicle accident, it is most likely that the police will be on the scene and will compile an accident report. You will need a copy of this report together with any other useful evidence to support a personal injury claim.
If you are able to do so immediately after a crash, you should take photos of the crash scene and note contact details of eye witnesses.
Your personal injury claim will need as much supporting documentation as possible and should be filed within the time limit determined by the state where the accident took place.
Why You Need a PI Attorney
Personal injury claims involving large companies or corporations can be hard to win. An accident involving a truck driver will probably have company investigators, attorneys and insurers scrambling to ensure there is minimum fall out for the company.
This is where an experienced personal injury attorney can make all the difference as he or she will have dealt with these claims many times before and will know how to negotiate with their insurers.
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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 UPS, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
