The popularity of Amazon means that Amazon delivery drivers are a common sight on Los Angeles’s roads. However, this volume means that collisions with Amazon drivers are a real possibility. If you’ve been injured in a recent crash, you should speak to an Amazon truck accident lawyer in Los Angeles from The Ryan Law Group.
Our team has over 30 years of combined legal experience and has been a reliable legal name in California since 2011. We know how to negotiate with large insurance companies to pursue the compensation you need for healing and rebuilding.
We are here to work for you. Contact our offices today to speak to a Los Angeles delivery truck accident lawyer.
How The Ryan Law Group Can Help You
Our truck accident lawyers in Los Angeles can be your main legal point of contact throughout the entire accident claim process. We can gather evidence of the accident, obtain medical documentation, and negotiate settlement offers with insurance companies. If necessary, we can also escalate your case to a formal lawsuit.
We have substantial experience litigating injury cases in the Superior Court of Los Angeles County and have good working relationships with judges and court staff. We promise to use every resource available to work toward a satisfactory outcome.
After a serious injury, it can feel like the entire world is against you. But The Ryan Law Group can seek justice and give you the legal and moral support you need. Call our offices today to learn more about how a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer can help.
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Causes of Amazon Truck Accidents in Los Angeles
Below are some of the most common causes of truck accidents in Los Angeles and surrounding areas:
- Distracted driving. Amazon drivers may have to rely on GPS navigation for drop-offs, which can distract them while in traffic, especially on busy roads like I-405 and I-5.
- Speeding. Amazon delivery drivers can have strict delivery schedules, which can incentivize them to speed to meet quotas.
- Fatigued driving. Similarly, Amazon drivers may be fatigued if they drive too many consecutive hours to maximize their income.
- Driver inexperience. Independent contractors who drive for Amazon may not receive substantial training and may cause accidents.
- Overloaded trucks. Overloaded trucks or unbalanced cargo can cause truck drivers to lose control and result in devastating accidents.
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Who Is Liable for Amazon Truck Accidents?
Several parties could be liable for an accident with an Amazon truck. Liability depends on who contributed to the accident and whether their behavior crossed the threshold for negligent conduct.
Truck Driver
Truck drivers are generally responsible if the accident happened due to negligent truck operation. Behaviors like distracted driving, speeding, and fatigued driving are all negligent acts that can make drivers liable.
Third Party Contractor
If the driver was employed by a third-party contractor, the larger company could be responsible. Generally, companies are liable for the negligence of their employees via the legal theory of respondeat superior.
Truck Manufacturer
If the accident occurred due to defects in auto parts, the manufacturer can be responsible. We can help you file a product liability lawsuit against the truck manufacturer.
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Can I Sue Amazon for a Truck Accident?
Amazon typically uses a network of third-party delivery service partners (DSP) and independent contractors to perform deliveries. In most cases, companies like Amazon are immune to liability for negligence from contractors who are not directly employed by the company.
However, just because Amazon labels a driver as an independent contractor doesn’t mean they are completely free of liability. California law has a strict test for whether a driver is an employee, and this takes precedence over whether Amazon labels the driver as an independent contractor.
Additionally, it may be possible to sue Amazon for engaging in unsafe business practices that contributed to the accident. For example, if Amazon engaged in negligent hiring, they could be directly responsible for the crash.
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Compensation You May Recover After an Amazon Truck Accident
Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to recover the following types of losses after an Amazon truck accident:
- Emergency medical bills and future medical expenses
- Lost work income and reductions in your lifetime earning capacity
- Cost of replacement household services and in-home nursing care
- Miscellaneous injury-related expenses
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Mental anguish from scarring and disfigurement
At The Ryan Law Group, our Amazon truck accident attorneys in Los Angeles are adept at finding sources of compensation. We can perform a full audit of your losses to calculate a figure adequate to cover your losses and give you stability during the recovery process.
The Time Limit to File a Lawsuit in California
In most cases, you have two years to sue for injuries after an Amazon truck accident, according to CCP 335.1. The two-year timer starts from the injury date or the date you discovered your condition. Once the timer runs out, you won’t be able to pursue damages through legal channels.
Two years might sound like a long time, but it can take several months or even a year to build a strong case. Delays can also make evidence collection more difficult and make it harder to connect your injuries to the accident events. By talking to a lawyer as soon as possible after the crash, you can get a head start and reduce the risk of payment delays.
Contact a Los Angeles Amazon Truck Accident Attorney
Pursuing an injury claim after an Amazon delivery truck accident can be difficult without the right legal assistance. An Amazon truck accident lawyer in Los Angeles from The Ryan Law Group can advocate for your best interests and well-being. Contact our offices online or call us today for a free initial consultation.
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