The chances of being involved in a crash with a USPS vehicle or any other delivery truck are real.
If you believe that the delivery truck was at fault because the truck was on the road before dawn or after dusk without its headlights on, you will need to pursue a personal injury claim with the help of an accident injury lawyer.
Odds are that the truck driver will not admit that they didn’t have their headlights on. You will need to gather supporting documentation to prove your case.
Steps to Take After A Wreck With a Delivery truck
If you have been hit by a USPS truck or any other delivery truck, you should stay on the accident scene and call the police.
An accident report is a necessity. The officer will investigate the crash and will determine what happened.
You will need to be honest and give only the facts and not opinions.
Tell the officer the delivery truck didn’t have its headlights on.
If there are any corroborating witnesses, that can also help your claim as well.
When others can confirm that the crash was caused by a vehicle without headlights on, it can help your chances of a successful personal injury claim.
Get photos of the accident scene. By showing the location of the vehicles, the point of impact, the damages, and the time of day, you might be able to help prove your case.
This might help support your claim that the USPS truck or other delivery truck was operating without its headlights on when they should have been on.
You will also need to maintain documentation that shows your damages, such as repair estimates, medical bills, medical records, proof of missed work and lost wages, and so forth.
Damages Caused By a Crash With a Delivery Truck
You could suffer a variety of damages if you are hit by a USPS truck or any other delivery truck without its headlights on. Here are a few of the damages that you might claim after such an accident:
- Medical expenses
- Loss of earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Property damages
- Future medical expenses
- Future loss of earnings
- Loss of consortium
Your personal injury attorney will help you determine which damages you suffered and will calculate a fair settlement for your claim.
Consult With A Personal Injury Lawyer
If you were hit by a delivery truck without its headlights on, you should consult with a personal injury attorney who handles auto accident claims.
To get in touch with a personal injury lawyer that takes cases in your area, complete the Free Case Evaluation form on this page.
Additional Resources
- How to Dispute Fault After an Accident with a USPS Vehicle
- I Can't Pay My Bills After an Accident With a USPS Truck
*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against USPS, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
