Walmart Delivery Accident Lawyers, York, PA
Helping personal injury victims for 40 years
Walmart trucks and vans deliver products to local York supercenters from all corners of Pennsylvania and other states. There are also local deliveries to consumers who purchase Walmart products online. At KBG Injury Law, our lawyers may hold Walmart drivers, their employers, and even Walmart itself accountable when they cause accidents, depending on the shipping arrangements. Our York truck accident lawyers demand compensation for all your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages. Contact us today to protect your health, finances, and future.
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How can we help you today?
- How do Walmart deliveries work?
- What are the different types of Walmart delivery accidents in York?
- What causes Walmart delivery accidents in York?
- What types of injuries do Walmart trucks and vans cause?
- Who do you hold accountable for my Walmart truck accident?
- How do you hold those responsible for delivery accidents liable?
- What is the value of my Walmart delivery accident case in York?
- Do you have a York, PA Walmart delivery accident lawyer near me?
How do Walmart deliveries work?
Walmart claims that its private fleet of 12,000 Class A drivers travels more than 900 million miles yearly – delivering merchandise to Walmart and Sam’s Club locations across America. Most of these Class A drivers (drivers with a commercial driver’s license who can drive tractor-trailers and rigs) deliver products from retailers and Walmart warehouses to other Walmart warehouses throughout the country, including Pennsylvania.
Most of the deliveries to consumers (residences and businesses) are made by independent contractors who use their own delivery trucks and vans.
The requirements to qualify for a Walmart driving position or a Walmart “Spark” Driver include:
- Drivers need an Interstate (Class A) Commercial Driver's License with a Hazmat endorsement. The driver must pass a background check. Drivers can obtain the HAZMAT endorsement within 120 calendar days from the hiring date.
- Drivers must have at least “30 months experience working in a full-time Class A tractor/trailer driving position in the previous 4 years.”
- Drivers must have “No more than two (2) moving violations while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle in the last three (3) years.”
- Drivers should not have any serious traffic violations or preventable accidents while operating a commercial motor vehicle in the prior three years and no preventable accidents that result in a catastrophic injury or death while driving a commercial motor vehicle.
Generally, independent contractors must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have the proper amount of liability insurance
- Have a valid US driver’s license
- Pass a personal background check and a motor vehicle record check
- Act as an independent contractor
- Agree to undergo a background check that includes a criminal background screening and a motor vehicle records review
Walmart can be vicariously (directly) liable for the negligence of any of its employees. Walmart often supplies its own trucks to Class A drivers.
Walmart may be liable for the negligence of independent contractors under certain limited circumstances.
What are the different types of Walmart delivery accidents in York, PA?
Our York truck accident lawyers handle all types of truck accident claims. Some of the types of Walmart delivery accident claims we handle include the following:
- Head-on accidents
- Broadsides/T-bone crashes
- Rear-end collisions
- Intersection accidents
- Single-vehicle accidents
- Multiple-vehicle accidents
- Accidents in residential neighborhood
- All other types of vehicle accidents
What causes Walmart delivery accidents in York, PA?
Our legal team works with our own investigators and law enforcement, and by questioning everyone who has knowledge of the accident and the delivery process, we can show how accidents happen.
Some of the common causes of Walmart delivery accidents in York include the following:
- Providing drivers with incentives to make more deliveries or meet unrealistic time schedules.
- Figuring out navigation routes during travel instead of beforehand
- Looking at a GPS, texting, using a mobile phone, eating, drinking, and other types of driver distraction
- Improperly loading or moving the merchandise, which can cause a driver to lose control of their truck
- Driving too fast for weather or traffic conditions
- Lack of experience driving a specific type of truck or van
- Not looking for children in residential neighborhoods
- Improperly parking the truck
- Not backing out properly
- Many other failures
- Failing to inspect, maintain, and repair trucks on a regular basis
- Many other causes
Who do you hold accountable for my Walmart truck accident?
Our York Walmart truck accident lawyers understand how to show who is liable for your accident. We do this by reviewing the shipping arrangements between Walmart, their drivers, and any intermediary companies. Our lawyers also understand which insurance company should pay for your damages.
The defendants in a Walmart truck accident case may include one or more of the following:
- The driver making the Walmart delivery
- Walmart
- An independent trucking company that owns the truck or was otherwise involved in the shipment
- Maintenance and repair companies
- Loading companies
- The manufacturers of defective truck and van parts
- Other negligent drivers
How do you hold those responsible for delivery accidents liable?
You need lawyers who understand the unique challenges of handling delivery accident claims. Our York truck accident lawyers understand these complexities. We help clients prove liability and obtain strong recoveries in the following ways:
- Investigating the site of the accident and talking with witnesses
- Determining if there is any video of the accident
- Reviewing any driver logs and maintenance/repair records
- Examining the shipping contracts, employment agreements, and insurance policies
- Determining who is accountable
- Formally questioning the defendants and witnesses
- Assessing how much your claim is worth
- Negotiating with the insurance adjusters
- Trying your case before a York County judge and jury
What is the value of my Walmart delivery accident case in York?
At KBG Injury Law, we have extensive experience evaluating how much personal injury claims are worth, how much they should settle for, and how much a jury is reasonably likely to award. Our lawyers demand compensation for all your current and future damages, including your:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Lost income and earning capacity
- Property damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of bodily function
- Inability to enjoy life’s pleasures
- Loss of consortium
Our attorneys file wrongful death claims if a close family member dies due to a Walmart delivery accident.
Do you have a York, PA Walmart delivery accident lawyer near me?
Yes. KBG Injury Law meets clients at 110 N. George St., 3rd Flr. York, Pa. Our lawyers consult with clients by phone and through Zoom and other online video platforms. We also make arrangements to see clients away from our office when necessary.
We’re prepared to answer your questions, explain your rights, and lead you through the claims process.
Talk with our accomplished York, PA Walmart delivery accident lawyers today
There is no excuse for Walmart delivery accidents. Drivers and their employers should always place your safety ahead of their profits. At KBG Injury Law, we have earned the respect of former clients for our personal dedication to our clients and our impressive record of results - including many testimonials. Please call our York Walmart delivery accident attorneys or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. KBG Injury Law also meets with clients in Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hanover, and Gettysburg.