Silver Spring UPS Delivery Driver Accident Attorney

Dedicated UPS Delivery Truck Collision Lawyer in Silver Spring, MD

As one of the largest worldwide shipping companies, UPS handles an average of around 22 million daily package deliveries. Like any other type of vehicle, UPS trucks can cause motor vehicle accidents. Although the UPS fleet includes over 100,000 delivery trucks, the company sometimes contracts with third-party services to meet the daily demand.

If you are injured in a UPS truck accident, you will want to understand the steps you can take to recover compensation. Because these are commercial vehicles that may or may not be owned and operated by UPS, your claim is likely to be complex. Most people lack the resources and legal knowledge to handle complicated claims effectively. Fortunately, you can turn to an experienced personal injury lawyer from Whitlock Law, LLC for assistance. Call us 24/7 to schedule your free consultation and learn more about how working with our firm can benefit you. Se Habla Español.

UPS Delivery Truck Accident Causes

Truck accidents happen for various reasons, but the nature of a UPS delivery driver's job poses unique risks. These drivers are under tremendous pressure to deliver packages to the correct addresses safely and on time. Along with the typical causes of motor vehicle collisions, UPS delivery truck crashes may happen because:

• Drivers may speed or drive too fast for conditions to meet expected delivery times.
• Drivers can cause congestion if they have to park in unsuitable areas.
• Pressure and stress can increase driver fatigue, which can impair driving abilities in a way that is similar to drug or alcohol use.
• Drivers may use GPS to look up directions while traveling, leading to distracted driving accidents.
• Inexperienced drivers or those who are not properly trained can make deadly driving and judgment errors.
• Drivers may make sudden maneuvers to make the correct turn or take the right exit.
• Worn tires or faulty brakes can cause accidents.
• Other motorists may try to pass large UPS trucks without being able to see around them.

UPS delivery drivers are not always responsible for collisions they are involved in. Other potentially liable parties include parts manufacturers, truck maintenance companies, UPS or third-party contractors, other motorists, pedestrians, and even government entities who are responsible for maintaining safe roads. You cannot file a claim until you understand how and why your accident happened, and it is important to identify the at-fault party or parties. Even then, you may find it challenging to get as much compensation as you deserve without the help of a skilled personal injury lawyer.

Challenges in UPS Delivery Truck Accident Claims

Several complications can arise during the claims process, and you must deal with them correctly, or you could risk losing compensation. Common issues include:

• Maryland’s and Virginia’s pure contributory negligence laws
• Multiple-vehicle collisions
• Government entity involvement
• UPS-owned and operated delivery trucks as opposed to third-party contractors
• Attempts by insurance companies to reduce or eliminate your payout
• Claim denials

Many victims of UPS accidents are quickly overwhelmed by these and other complications. When you partner with Whitlock Law, LLC, you do not have to face these issues alone.

Damages After UPS Delivery Driver Accidents

Damages in personal injury cases like these can reimburse you for accident-related expenses and compensate you for your intangible losses. Case-specific factors will determine your damages and how much money you may receive. Injured victims frequently collect damages for:

• Property damage
• Lost wages
• Medical treatment costs
• Replacement services
• Pain and suffering
• Damage to personal relationships
• Diminished quality of life

Many people who handle their cases alone do not know how to evaluate their damages, so they may not realize that a settlement offer from an insurer is unreasonably low. Once you accept a settlement offer, you cannot ask for more. When you choose Whitlock Law, LLC, we will not let anyone take advantage of you. We will attempt to negotiate a reasonable settlement offer, but we are prepared to take your case to trial if insurers refuse to treat you fairly.

The Whitlock Difference

To be effective, an attorney must have experience, a deep understanding of the applicable laws, resources, skills, and a strong determination to help their clients win the maximum available compensation. Those qualities describe Whitlock Law, LLC. We will do everything we can to protect your best interests, from helping you get the medical treatment you need to litigating your case in court. Attorney Whitlock has tried and won personal injury court cases in all Maryland counties, Baltimore, and most counties in Virginia. Her perseverance and dedication to our clients have earned our firm 100+ five-star reviews, and she has also been featured in Forbes. We look forward to serving you.

Call Our Silver Spring, Maryland UPS Delivery Vehicle Accident Lawyer

If you were injured in a UPS truck accident, you will want to determine what you can do to obtain compensation. At Whitlock Law, LLC, we are ready to help with your case. Contact us 24/7 at 301-565-1655 to schedule your free consultation with our skilled UPS truck collision attorney. You will not owe us fees unless we win.