Virginia Beach Delivery Truck Accident Attorneys

Virginia injury lawyers help victims hurt in delivery truck accidents

Our economy has long relied on trucks to move goods locally and long-distance. Ironically, with the explosion of e-commerce, we’re more dependent than ever on delivery trucks to transport ordered goods. This service provides tremendous convenience but comes at the cost of increased truck traffic, which in turn can lead to more accidents. If you are injured in such a mishap, Ernest Law Group, PLC. Our Virginia Beach delivery truck accident attorneys have extensive experience and are determined to get you the full compensation you deserve.

Why delivery truck accidents are common

Drivers under time pressure often make hasty maneuvers that cause accidents. For example, it’s not unusual for an impatient driver, tailgating another vehicle, to cause a rear end collision. Other reasons for delivery truck crashes include:

• Aggressive driving, tailgating and speeding
• Failure to obey traffic signs and signals
• A delivery vehicle’s larger blind spot 
• Distraction from improperly loaded cargo
• Failure to inspect or maintain a delivery vehicle
• Fatigue from extended work hours
• Overweight cargo 
• Negligent hiring, training and retention of unskilled drivers
• Drivers operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Our Virginia Beach truck accident lawyers thoroughly investigate your accident to ascertain the precise cause.

Evidence that gets reviewed in delivery truck accident claims

To prove liability, a plaintiff’s attorney must assemble a wide array of evidence, which can include:

• Police accident reports
• Photographs of the scene, damage and injuries
• Video surveillance footage
• Witness statements
• Medical records
• Driving records
• Employment records
• Cell phone records
• Vehicle maintenance and repair histories

You can provide some of this information, but your attorney may have to use subpoenas to obtain items like work records, driver schedules and maintenance records.

Demonstrating liability for delivery truck accidents 

A delivery truck involved in an accident is not automatically liable for the crash. There has to be evidence that someone breached the duty to act with care. This can be the delivery driver, the company for whom the driver works, an entity responsible for vehicle manufacture or maintenance or a negligent third party. However, if the delivery driver is proven negligent, that liability automatically extends to the employer. This means the company’s insurance is available to cover the victim’s losses.

Steps to take if injured in a delivery truck accident 

After any motor vehicle accident, you should exchange identifying information with other drivers and render first aid to injured parties if reasonable to do so. If the accident is serious, you should call 911, requesting an ambulance and police presence. You can also help you case by taking photos of the scene, vehicle damage, and injuries. Be sure to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. You must inform your insurance company. Lastly, call a reputable auto accident lawyer.

How long does it take to resolve a typical Virginia delivery truck accident?

How quickly a case resolves depends on a number of factors, including:

• The strength of the evidence of liability
• The severity of the injuries
• The willingness of parties to negotiate in good faith

Many insurance companies will not even begin to negotiate until you file a lawsuit. Instead, they will deny responsibility and delay settling. Hiring a capable attorney sends a strong signal that you intend to pursue full compensation. This can motivate an insurance company to clear the case by offering a reasonable settlement. However, do not accept any settlement yourself. Let your attorney do the talking.

Contact a skilled Virginia attorney for a delivery truck accident consultation

Ernest Law Group, PLC represents clients throughout the Hampton Roads area who have been injured in delivery truck accidents. Please call 757-289-2499 or contact us online to schedule a consultation at our Virginia Beach office.