Lancaster Delivery Truck Accident Lawyers
Tough representation when delivery drivers cause accidents
Individuals and businesses regularly rely on delivery services for virtually everything β meals, appliances, electronics, books, furniture, equipment, machines, and all types of inventory. At KBG Injury Law, we understand the unique challenges involved when delivery accidents occur, such as who is responsible and how much insurance coverage protects victims. Our Lancaster delivery truck accident lawyers have a strong record of jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of Pennsylvania accident victims. Call us for help now.
In one illustrative case, KBG Injury Law obtained a $1.8 million settlement for the estate of a woman who was killed while she was riding her motorcycle when a delivery driver fell asleep and crossed into her lane of traffic.
Truck Accident Settlement
$1.625 Million
Settlement for a tractor trailer crash involving a trailer that was loaded improperly allowing load to shift.
How can we help you today?
- What are the different types of delivery services in Lancaster?
- What are the main causes of delivery accidents in Lancaster?
- What types of injuries do delivery accidents cause in Lancaster?
- Who do you hold accountable for delivery accidents in Lancaster?
- How much is my delivery accident case worth in Lancaster, PA?
- Do you have a Lancaster delivery accident lawyer near me?
What are the different types of delivery services in Lancaster?
Consumers use delivery services for virtually everything. Homeowners furnish their homes, buy gifts for friends and family, order pizzas, and purchase the latest music. Businesses use delivery services to stock their warehouses and fill their offices.
Some of the leading national delivery service companies are Amazon, FedEx, and Walmart. Locally, many consumers obtain deliveries from drivers for their local stores or services such as DoorDash and Uber Eats. Instacart delivers groceries. There are almost as many delivery services as there are products to deliver.
There are delivery services that deliver goods across state lines and across Pennsylvania counties. Many delivery companies make local deliveries β picking up the products at a fulfillment store or a local store and delivering them directly to the customer.
Delivery vehicles include tractor-trailers, box car trucks, vans, cars, and many other types of vehicles.
What are the main causes of delivery accidents in Lancaster?
Our Lancaster delivery accident lawyers work with investigators, question everyone with knowledge of the delivery/accident, and employ many other strategies to show the cause of your accident.
Delivery services are involved in many different types of accidents for various reasons, including the following:
- Navigation accidents. Drivers usually rely on their GPS or smartphone to know which routes to take. When they look at a navigation device, they are not looking at the road.
- Pressure to make as many deliveries as possible. The more deliveries a driver makes, the more money a driver earns. This gives drivers the incentive to speed and drive aggressively to make more deliveries.
- Driver fatigue. Some drivers work long hours without resting to make more deliveries. Tired drivers are dangerous drivers.
- Driver distraction. Drivers often eat or drink, text, or talk on a mobile phone while driving. Driver distraction is a leading cause of accidents in Lancaster.
- Cargo accidents. If the cargo in the truck moves, a delivery driver can lose control of the truck.
- Blind spots. Most of the trucks that pull up into your residence or business do not have rear windows or windows along the full side of their vehicle. This creates blind spots (the inability to see around the delivery truck) that can easily cause an accident.
Delivery trucks and vans need more distance and time to stop. They are harder to control in turns and on wet roads. Theyβre wider and taller than most cars, which makes it hard for drivers of other cars to see around delivery trucks. Delivery trucks cause more serious injuries because theyβre heavier than most cars.
What types of injuries do delivery accidents cause in Lancaster?
At KBG Injury Law, our truck accident lawyers handle all types of serious injuries, including:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Loss of limb/traumatic amputation
- Broken bones/fractures
- Nerve, muscle, and soft tissue injuries
- Burns
- Internal organ damage
- Cuts, bruises, and lacerations
- Death
Who do you hold accountable for delivery accidents in Lancaster?
Our Lancaster delivery truck accident lawyers understand how to determine who is responsible for your accident other than the driver. We review many factors to determine who is responsible such as:
- The type of delivery (local delivery versus interstate delivery)
- The specific type of delivery company such as Walmart, FedEx, or DoorDash
- The employment status of the driverβemployee or independent contractor
- The insurance policies
The defendants may include:
- The driver
- The owner of the delivery vehicle
- The driverβs employer
- An intermediate company such as a route owner (a company/person that owns a specific delivery route)
- The principal delivery company, such as FedEx
- A maintenance or repair company
- Drivers other than the delivery driver
How much is my delivery accident case worth in Lancaster, PA?
At KBG Injury Law, we review every aspect of your injuries with your doctors (or, when necessary, our own network of doctors). We verify what injuries you have, the types of medical care you will need (including lifetime care), the cost of your medical treatments, and every way your injuries are affecting your home and work life.
Our lawyers demand compensation for all your current and future:
- Medical bills including emergency care, hospitalizations, surgeries, physical therapy, occupational therapy, psychological counseling, medications, and assistive devices/technologies
- Physical pain and emotional suffering, including every moment you ache, cry, or itch, and every moment of anxiety, worry, or depression
- Lost income and benefits β including wages, business income, insurance benefits, and loss of income because you have a permanent disability
- Property damage including damage to your vehicle
- Loss of bodily function
- Inability to enjoy lifeβs pleasures
- Scarring and disfigurement
We seek punitive damages when the conduct of a defendant is unconscionable.
Our wrongful death lawyers seek compensation for:
- Your financial losses (loss of income from the deceased and the value of the services such as household chores the deceased would have provided)
- Personal damages (loss of comfort and support)
- Funeral and burial costs if a loved one (such as a parent, child, or spouse) dies in a Lancaster delivery truck accident
Do you have a Lancaster delivery truck accident lawyer near me?
Yes. Our personal injury lawyers meet clients at 1776 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Our attorneys speak with clients by phone and through online video services such as Zoom and FaceTime. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we can discuss alternate arrangements to meet with you.
Our lawyers will explain your rights and fight for all the compensation you deserve.
Speak with KBG Injury Law today
Our Lancaster truck accident lawyers have more than 200 years of combined experience. Commitment, integrity, and results β these three simple words reflect our practice. We are respected for our dedication to our clients, our tenacity to ensure we question everyone with knowledge of your accident and our record of impressive recoveries. We can guide you through each step of your case.
Call us or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. KBG Injury Law also maintains offices in York, Harrisburg, Hanover, and Gettysburg. We handle delivery truck accidents on a contingency fee basis.