The rise in online shopping has led to more local delivery trucks and vans in Alpharetta. Companies like Amazon utilize contract drivers to transport small deliveries around town. Unfortunately, drivers can sometimes make mistakes that lead to accidents.
Contact an Alpharetta delivery van accident lawyer if you or a loved one were injured in this type of accident. You might be entitled to financial compensation for your accident-related costs. You should not have to pay for a crash that wasn’t your fault.
John Foy & Associates can fight for the compensation you deserve. Our attorneys have a 20-plus year history of helping accident victims and their families. As one of Georgia’s largest law firms, we have the experience and resources to build successful cases.
To discuss your case during a FREE consultation, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online.
Examples of Delivery Vans in Alpharetta
Delivery vans have become more common in recent years. Two-day shipping and same-day deliveries have increased the demand for quick local deliveries. Companies like the following use delivery vans for their delivery needs:
- Amazon
- FedEx
- UPS
- USPS
- Postmates
- Wal-Mart
- DHL
Local companies might also use delivery vans to transport food orders and other items. Delivery van employees might be independent contractors or young drivers like college students. The nature of delivery van work can increase the risk of an accident.
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Knowing Who’s Responsible for a Delivery Van Accident
In Georgia, the at-fault party in an accident is responsible for the costs. If you were injured, you can obtain compensation for your damages, according to the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) §51-12-4. However, you’ll need to know who is at fault first.
Establishing fault involves proving negligence. Negligence is a legal term for carelessness. If someone is negligent, it means they’ve acted in a way that might cause harm. You will need to prove that someone’s negligence led to the delivery van accident and your damages.
The at-fault party could be:
- The delivery driver if they are an independent contractor
- The driver’s employer
- A manufacturer of the van or its parts
- A maintenance company that worked on the van
- A city or road designer
Employers are usually liable for injuries their employees cause, according to OCGA §51-2-2. If the delivery driver is employed, the company that hired them is likely responsible. However, some delivery drivers are independent contractors.
Contractors do not have the same protections as employees. If a contract driver causes an accident, they might be personally liable. Sometimes, defective or faulty vehicle parts contribute to an accident. If that happens, a manufacturer or maintenance company could be at fault.
Georgia law allows more than one party to be at fault for an accident. You could have a claim against more than one party. To discuss the details and your rights, call (404) 400-4000 for a FREE legal consultation.
Common Damages from a Delivery Van Accident
If you were injured in an accident, you might deserve compensation for your damages. Common personal injury damages include:
- Past and future medical bills
- Prescription medicine costs
- Future medical care
- Vehicle repair costs
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
An accident can affect your life in many ways. If you were not at fault, you can seek financial recovery for your expenses. That includes emotional losses like pain and suffering, mental anguish, or loss of enjoyment of life.
An experienced lawyer can determine all of your accident damages. Your lawyer will calculate all of your losses. From there, you’ll understand how a fair settlement should look.
A lawyer can also protect your legal rights. The at-fault party’s insurance company will probably try to offer much less than you deserve. Your attorney will be ready to negotiate for a number that actually covers your costs.
What a Delivery Van Accident Lawyer Can Do for You
Delivery van accident claims can be complicated. First, it’s sometimes difficult to know who is at fault. Then, it takes time to gather evidence and calculate your total damages. You often need to wait until you’ve completed medical treatment, then determine any future costs.
An Alpharetta lawyer can improve your chances of getting fair compensation. Your lawyer can help your case by:
- Gathering strong evidence from your accident
- Compiling proof of your injuries and other damages
- Calculating all of your accident damages
- Building and filing a strong injury claim
- Communicating and negotiating with the insurance company
- Filing out all necessary paperwork
- Helping you file a court case, if necessary
Insurance companies know what they’re doing after an accident. The adjuster will look for ways to decrease your costs. The insurer might use tactics like:
- Downplaying your damages
- Questioning the severity of your injuries
- Offering you a lowball settlement
- Discouraging you from working with a lawyer
- Using something you’ve said against you
- Asking you to give a recorded statement
Do not accept any money or sign anything without a lawyer. If you accept a settlement, it will end your case. You won’t have a chance to seek further recovery.
Our lawyers are not afraid of insurance company tactics. We also stand up against the insurers and fight for your rights.
Deadline to File an Accident Claim
You have limited time to bring an accident case. In Georgia, the statute of limitations is two years. That means you have two years from the accident to bring a claim.
It’s best to get started on your case as soon as possible. You’ll need time to speak with a lawyer and gather the right information. If the insurer is difficult, you’ll also need time to negotiate.
Contact a delivery van accident lawyer today. You can learn your legal options and what you deserve. Your lawyer will help you stay on track and create a plan of action.
Talk to an Alpharetta Delivery Van Accident Lawyer Today
Delivery van accidents can be serious and painful. If you were injured, you have legal rights. Don’t wait to get the professional help you deserve.
John Foy & Associates can help. We have 20-plus years of experience. We also do not collect a fee unless we win your case.
Contact us today for a FREE, no-risk consultation. Call (404) 400-4000. You can also fill out our online contact form.
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