Providing postal service throughout the U.S., mail companies have thousands of employees and thousands of vehicles. The chances of being injured in an accident caused by negligence is real. If you have suffered injuries and the postal service is liable, you can pursue a personal injury claim to recover compensation for your damages.
Receiving Your Accident Settlement
To pursue an accident injury claim, you should get the help of an accident injury lawyer. Your personal injury attorney will make sure your interests are protected and that treated fairly. Your attorney can determine a fair settlement amount. When your personal injury claim is filed, you will have to show that the postal service acted negligently, and they are liable for your damages. You will need to show your damages and how much you want for your claim and why.
Your lawyer will work to negotiate a settlement with them and their insurance company. In the event that a settlement cannot be reached, your lawyer will file a lawsuit. The case will have to go to court. The court will then decide how much compensation your claim warrants. After a settlement agreement has been reached, or after you have been awarded a judgment, your personal injury attorney will receive a check for your accident settlement.
Using Your Accident Settlement Funds
After you get your settlement or judgment, you will have to pay some bills first. As an example, any medical bills for your injuries are paid first. If your health insurance has paid the bills, your lawyer will handle a subrogation agreement has been made with them. This agreement is made to pay the insurance back some or all those medical bills they paid out. Next, your attorney will be paid the pre-agreed amount, which is how they are paid. Personal injury lawyers are paid on a contingency basis, so they aren’t paid until you are compensated for your damages.
After that, you will pay for your property damages, such as fixing your vehicle. The rest of the money is yours. There might be future lost wages and future medical expenses from the accident, so keep enough cash back to cover those costs when you need it.
Consult with a Personal Injury Attorney
If the company caused an accident that left you injured and you believe because of negligence they are liable for your damages, consult with a personal injury attorney who practices in your state. Personal injury claims are complex, especially against an entity such. Ensure your rights are protected and get legal representation. Their insurance company will have legal representation. You have no upfront costs because personal injury attorneys take accident injury claims on a contingency basis. Consult with a personal injury lawyer right away because a strict statute of limitations does apply. If you wait too long, you won’t be compensated. Get your free case evaluation today.
Additional Resources
- Can I File for Car Frame Damage if Hit by a USPS* Truck?
- What Should I Do If I Am Hit By A USPS Mail Truck?*
*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.
