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The substantial increase in reliance on goods delivered right to the doorstep has changed the way Americans shop. Unfortunately, this unbeatable convenience also comes at the cost of roadways increasingly congested with delivery vehicles. This increase in overall traffic congestion not only leads to greater accident numbers, but delivery trucks are not always well-maintained, carrying secure loads, or driven by experienced, alert drivers.
If you or a close family member has had a delivery truck accident in New Haven due to negligence on the part of the driver or company, you might feel bewildered about where to turn. You don’t have to be left with the consequences of the accident without the compensation you’re entitled to under Connecticut’s liability laws — a New Haven truck accident lawyer will fight for the compensation you deserve.
Contact us at (203) 888-8888 today for a consultation, free of cost.
Delivery truck drivers often struggle to meet unrealistic delivery schedules. In addition, the boom in the growth of online shopping has led to the hasty hire of drivers who may lack experience and qualifications, as well as the leasing of trucks, vans, and other delivery vehicles that may be inadequately maintained and unsafe. Common causes of delivery truck accidents in New Haven and throughout Connecticut include the following:
Delivery trucks and vans far outweigh the average family car, leaving motorists and pedestrians vulnerable to serious or catastrophic injuries in a collision. Contact a distracted driving attorney in New Haven today to get expert legal advice if a truck driver who caused the accident did not pay attention on the road.
After an accident with a delivery truck by a major online retailer, it’s common for injury victims to assume that the retailer is liable for damages like property damage, medical expenses, and lost wages. Unfortunately, it isn’t often that simple. Most major digital marketplace retailers insulate their companies from direct liability by using independent contractors as delivery services for their products. It often takes an investigation to determine the liable party after a delivery truck accident and the appropriate insurance company to cover an accident claim. Common liable parties in delivery truck accident claims in New Haven include:
Less commonly, third parties may be at fault or share a portion of fault and liability for a delivery truck accident, such as a negligent road maintenance or roadway planning agency.
Connecticut’s fault-based insurance laws require those seeking compensation after a traffic accident to file claims against the at-fault party’s insurance. This requires the injury victim to present compelling evidence of liability. A well-executed claim against the correct liable party could result in compensation for common accident damages such as past and future medical expenses, lost earnings, lowered future earning capacity, and compensation for non-economic damages like pain and suffering and diminished quality of life.
When the damages in an accident are far more than just a dented vehicle but involve injuries with serious or lifelong repercussions, you shouldn’t have to navigate such a crucial claim process alone—especially when you’re also dealing with painful injuries, medical procedures, and the recovery process. Instead, call the experienced delivery truck accident attorneys at Weber & Rubano at (203) 888-8888 or contact us online to maximize your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve.