Delivery Vehicle Accident Lawyer
Fighting for victims injured by Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and delivery drivers
Experienced Delivery Vehicle Accident Representation
With the explosion of online shopping and food delivery services, delivery vehicles from Amazon, FedEx, UPS, DoorDash, Uber Eats, and countless other companies flood New York City streets. The pressure to meet tight delivery schedules often leads to reckless driving, resulting in serious accidents.
Delivery vehicle accident cases involve complex liability issues. Is the driver an employee or independent contractor? Was the driver acting within the scope of employment? What insurance coverage applies? Large delivery companies have teams of lawyers working to minimize their liability and your compensation.
Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C. has extensive experience handling delivery vehicle accident cases. We investigate employment relationships, obtain driver logs and GPS data, review company policies, and fight to hold negligent drivers and delivery companies accountable.
Common Causes of Delivery Vehicle Accidents
Distracted Driving
Checking GPS, scanning packages, texting, or using phones while driving
Speeding and Rushing
Driving too fast to meet delivery quotas and time pressures
Reckless Driving
Aggressive maneuvers, unsafe lane changes, or running red lights to stay on schedule
Fatigued Driving
Long shifts and delivery quotas leading to drowsy driving and impaired judgment
Inadequate Training
Companies failing to properly train drivers on safety, vehicle operation, or local traffic laws
Poor Vehicle Maintenance
Brake failures, tire blowouts, or mechanical issues due to inadequate fleet maintenance
Delivery Vehicle Accidents We Handle
Amazon Delivery Vehicles
Amazon Prime vans, Flex drivers, and delivery service partners causing accidents throughout NYC.
FedEx and UPS Trucks
Large delivery trucks causing serious collisions with cars, pedestrians, and cyclists.
Food Delivery Services
DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and other food delivery drivers causing accidents while rushing deliveries.
Commercial Delivery Vehicles
Local delivery services, courier companies, and commercial vehicles making frequent stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is liable if an Amazon delivery driver hits me?
Liability depends on whether the driver was acting within the scope of employment. Amazon may be liable if the driver was delivering packages for Amazon at the time. The driver's personal insurance, Amazon's commercial insurance, or both may provide coverage. Amazon uses both employees and independent contractors, which affects liability.
Are FedEx and UPS responsible for accidents caused by their drivers?
Generally yes. FedEx and UPS can be held liable for accidents caused by their drivers who are acting within the course of employment. These companies carry substantial commercial insurance to cover accidents. We investigate employment status, driver qualifications, vehicle maintenance, and company policies to establish liability.
What if a food delivery driver (DoorDash, Uber Eats) caused my accident?
Food delivery drivers are typically independent contractors. Liability depends on whether they were actively delivering food at the time, which may trigger additional insurance coverage from the delivery platform. The driver's personal insurance typically applies, but platform insurance may provide additional coverage.
What compensation can I recover from a delivery vehicle accident?
You may recover medical expenses, future medical care, lost wages, loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering, property damage, and in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. Large delivery companies have significant insurance coverage for serious injury claims.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit?
In New York, you generally have three years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, gathering evidence and investigating liability takes time. Contact an attorney immediately to protect your rights and preserve evidence.
Why Choose Gammons Injury and Malpractice Lawyers, P.C.?
Take on Large Companies
We're not intimidated by Amazon, FedEx, UPS, or other large corporations. We fight aggressively for injured victims.
Thorough Investigation
We investigate employment status, obtain delivery logs, GPS data, electronic logging device records, and company policies.
Identify All Liable Parties
We determine whether drivers, delivery companies, vehicle owners, or multiple parties share liability.
No Fees Unless We Win
We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
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