Amazon is the king of online shopping. It is estimated that Amazon ships an average of 608 million packages yearly or 1.6 million packages daily, requiring a massive operation to get those packages to their destinations quickly.
Amazon has partnered with FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS to complete their deliveries, but also experimenting with their own delivery vehicles and third-party contractors to rely less on the traditional delivery services. As Amazon increases in popularity, so does the risk of Amazon delivery truck accidents.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another driver’s negligence, we at 844 See Mike are here for you every step of the way to ensure that your rights are protected, and you are fully compensated for your injuries and losses.
Causes of Delivery Truck Accidents
Most delivery truck drivers are safe drivers and they want to get home to their families just like everyone else. However, when a delivery truck driver acts in a negligent way, it can not only cause severe damages, it can result in devastating injuries and wrongful death.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the most common causes of deliver truck accidents include:
- Distracted driving
- Fatigue
- Driving under the influence
- Aggressive driving
- Speeding
- Unrealistic work schedules
- Inclement weather
- Blind spots
- Overloaded cargo
Amazon delivery trucks are not the only issue. Amazon has begun to contract with third-party delivery drivers and delivery companies to keep up with the demand of Two-Day Prime, Prime Same Day Delivery, and Amazon Fresh. These drivers are paid minimally and only make their money if they can make multiple deliveries daily and if they do so quickly. This puts the delivery driver in a hurried, distracted state, making accidents much more common.
Delivery Driver Liability
If you or a loved one has been injured by an Amazon delivery driver, it can be confusing to determine who is liable for your damages and injuries. If the driver is employed by one of the major delivery companies like UPS, USPS, and FedEx, then those companies would be liable.
If the delivery driver was a third-party contractor, things get a little more complicated. In the event of a claim or lawsuit, Amazon may not be considered liable for your compensation because they do not technically employ those drivers. However, unless these third-party contractors have commercial driving insurance, their insurance company may not pay for the damages or injuries you have sustained following an accident.
The best option following an Amazon delivery truck accident is to contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. The lawyers at 844 See Mike are experienced in determining who may be at-fault for your accident and ensuring they are held responsible for their actions.
Filing an Amazon Delivery Truck Accident Claim
Illinois law requires any delivery truck driver that is “for hire” to carry certain insurance minimums in the event of an accident. This includes:
General liability insurance of at least $1million per occurrence and $1-$2million in general aggregate liability coverage
Primary liability insurance of up to $1million based on their region, driving records, and driving history
This coverage should cover all aspects of an accident including:
- Property damage
- Bodily injury
- Collision
- Comprehensive
- Cargo insurance
- Non-trucking liability
Due to the complexities of Amazon delivery truck accidents and liability issues, it is essential to contact 844 See Mike. to determine what you may be entitled to.
We at 844 See Mike are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, and we are fully committed to protecting your rights and ensuring that the other party is held legally accountable when negligence occurs. We will fight until the very end to ensure that you are fully compensated for all injuries and losses resulting from the accident, including medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering, and you won’t owe us a dime for our services.
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