Thousands of people are involved in car accidents every year. If you have been in a car accident, you have most likely suffered damages. There are several delivery vehicles out on the roads making deliveries.
If you have been involved in an accident in which you were hit, you might be able to recover damages from the company responsible. This is a comparative negligence state, so even if the other driver is just partially responsible for the crash you can still recover damages.
That means even if you are 99% at fault for the crash, the driver is responsible for his or her 1% of the fault for the crash.
How Negligence Impacts a Car Crash Personal Injury Claim
This is is a comparative negligence state when it comes to personal injury accidents. That means partial fault or liability come into play. That means as long as a driver is partly to blame, he or she is responsible for that percentage of damages.
As an example, when you and the truck crashed into one another it was determined that the other vehicle was 75% at fault for the crash and you were 25% to blame, you can still recover damages.
The driver's insurance company is responsible for 75% of the damages that were suffered as a result of the crash. To claim damages, you must prove liability and damages as a result of the crash.
Damages Resulting From Being Hit
Damages resulting from car accidents. The severity of these damages can vary greatly. Property damages include the damage to your car or truck, such as any dents, paint damage, glass damage, and mechanical problems. These damages can be expensive to repair.
Your vehicle should be taken to a qualified auto body repair shop for estimates regarding the repair of your vehicle. Other damages might include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, future loss of earnings, loss of enjoyment of life, permanent scarring and disfigurement, long-term disabilities, and more.
A personal injury attorney can help you determine which damages you suffered and the value of your claim. Keep all documentation and evidence to support your claim, such as medical bills, medical records, photographs, estimates for repairing your vehicle, proof of lost wages, and so forth.
Consult With A Personal Injury Lawyer
If you suffered damages after being hit by a mail delivery vehicle, you should consult with a personal injury attorney who specializes in auto accident law. Your attorney will thoroughly investigate the crash so liability can be established.
All the damages will be thoroughly assessed and the value of your claim can be established. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency basis, so you have nothing to lose. Your attorney won't be paid until you get money for your accident.
There is a strict statute of limitations that applies to personal injury claims after motor vehicle crashes. Schedule a free case evaluation with an auto accident injury lawyer today.
*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against the USPS, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
