Amazon delivery trucks make frequent stops, starts, and reverses, all while drivers navigate unfamiliar roadways and neighborhoods. This has led to an uptick in accidents involving Amazon trucks, vans, and other vehicles.
Succeeding in an Amazon truck accident claim in Washington D.C. is often challenging, requiring evidence of liability and a claim against the correct party. Amazon distances itself from liability by using contracted drivers through third-party business entities. Call the Amazon truck accident lawyers at Lightfoot Law, PLLC today for representation from the legal team that gets results.
Why Choose Us for Your Amazon Truck Accident Lawyers In Washington D.C.?
At Lightfoot Law, PLLC, we offer the compassionate advocacy and personalized legal strategies of a small-town law firm with the resources and capabilities of a big-city legal team. As one of Washington D.C’s most respected law firms, we offer the following advantages to your Amazon delivery van accident case:
- A lead attorney, William P. Lightfoot, with nearly forty years of experience settling and litigating multi-million dollar cases in Washington D.C’s metropolitan area
- A results-oriented approach with open communication and active engagement with clients throughout the process
- Creative strategies for navigating Washington D.C’s contributory negligence insurance laws
- A preeminent law firm that prioritizes every client’s best interests during every step of their compensation claim
- Free consultations and contingency-based payment so you pay nothing until we secure your compensation
Recent wins such as a $13.5 million award for the widow of a car accident victim and a $485,000 settlement for the victim of an accident involving a government vehicle, show our firm’s dedication to achieving notable results.
Common Causes of Amazon Truck Accidents In Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. residents have come to rely on goods shipped right to their doors from the world’s largest online retailer, but the tremendous boom in online shopping has led to highways and neighborhoods crowded with Amazon trucks, vans, and delivery vehicles. Common causes of Amazon truck accidents include:
- Distracted driving: delivery workers often use cellphone apps and other GPS technologies while driving
- Speeding: unrealistic delivery times cause drivers to speed to meet deadlines
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Unbalanced loads
- Reversing accidents
- Driving under the influence
- Tailgating
- Inadequate delivery vehicle maintenance
An experienced Amazon delivery truck accident lawyer investigates all aspects of an accident to determine the cause and prove liability against the at-fault party and then files a claim against the appropriate insurance company.
Why Is Proving Liability Challenging In Amazon Truck Accidents?
Amazon itself is rarely liable for damages in an accident involving a delivery vehicle. They insulate themselves against direct liability by using third-party contractors, delivery services, and independently contracted drivers. When an Amazon driver causes an accident, the injury victim (plaintiff) must prove liability against the correct party (defendant).
This takes a thorough investigation to compile evidence so different insurance companies aren’t pointing the finger at other policies. For instance, a third-party delivery van company could bear liability in the accident, or the driver may be liable if they work through the Amazon Flex program as an independent contractor. Amazon requires Amazon Flex drivers to carry $1 million in liability insurance for property damage and personal injury in an accident claim.
What Compensation Could I Recover In an Amazon Truck Accident Claim?
Amazon trucks and vans far outweigh small, standard, passenger vehicles. Motorists in smaller cars face a significant disadvantage and often suffer serious or even catastrophic injuries in an accident. A successful claim could recover compensation for some or all of the following damages:
- Property damage to a vehicle
- Medical expenses and future medical costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Past and future income loss or diminished future earning capacity for a disability
- Pain and suffering
- Other non-economic damages that apply in individual cases such as loss of one of the senses, loss of mobility, disfigurement, or PTSD
Your Washington D.C. truck accident attorney from Lightfoot Law, PLLC, will carefully calculate your damages and negotiate for the largest possible settlement in your case or litigate the matter in court.
Contact An Amazon Truck Accident Lawyer Today
Accident claims involving huge corporate entities like Amazon and their contracted services and drivers quickly become challenging. An experienced Amazon truck accident attorney provides the legal counsel and representation accident victims deserve to recover maximum compensation for their economic and non-economic losses. Call or contact the Amazon truck accident lawyer at Lightfoot Law, PLLC today so we can take swift action on your claim.