FedEx is one of the largest delivery companies in the United States.
Unfortunately, in some cases, the drivers delivering these packages make unsafe decisions behind the wheel that put others at risk. When a crash is caused by a FedEx driver, it’s important to understand what your rights are and who can be held accountable for any losses that result.
Diaco Law is here to help you in these difficult circumstances. Our truck accident attorneys in Tampa understand the ins and outs of these cases, and we will help you navigate the legal system to maximize your chances of recovering compensation for your harm. Just give us a call to schedule your free consultation and learn what our legal team can do for you.
Who can be held Responsible for FedEx Truck Accidents?
According to Red Stag Fulfillment, FedEx delivers an estimated 14.8 million packages every weekday, or 10,300 packages per minute.
When a driver of a FedEx truck is negligent or violates a safety rule and causes an accident to occur, that driver can be held liable for your losses. This can occur because of unsafe and illegal behavior, including:
- Speeding in order to complete required deliveries on a tight schedule
- Driving while fatigued to fulfill work responsibilities and meet delivery expectations
- Driving distracted while looking for unfamiliar addresses
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
These are just some of the many unsafe driver behaviors that are common and that can lead to liability.
Unfortunately, there are complex issues raised in FedEx delivery accident claims regarding whether FedEx itself can be held liable for losses. Many FedEx drivers are independent contractors, rather than employees, and this can affect your ability to pursue claims against FedEx under vicarious liability laws.
Diaco Law can help you to evaluate the circumstances of your claim to identify all defendants who could be held liable for losses, so you can maximize the chances of getting full compensation.
What does a Tampa FedEx Accident Lawyer do for you?
A Tampa FedEx accident lawyer at Diaco Law will be your advocate and guide in the aftermath of your accident as you try to make the justice system work for you. Diaco Law can help you to:
- Determine if FedEx can be held liable for losses and identify others who may share responsibility
- Gather evidence, including maintenance logs for the vehicle, driver records, police reports, witness statements, and more
- Build a strong claim, including by making appropriate legal arguments and finding experts to testify as to the crash cause and the extent of your losses
- Negotiate a settlement with auto insurers, who typically want to pay as little as possible to compensate you for losses
- Go to court when there is no reasonable settlement offer on the table, so you can fight for a fair verdict
- Understand the progression of your case and what your claim is worth so you’ll know what to expect during the process.
Through it all, our commitment is to make the process as easy as possible for you while fighting for the maximum compensation so you’ll have the funds you need to rebuild.
Call Diaco Law Today to get help with your FedEx Accident Claim
When you have been harmed by a FedEx accident, Diaco Law is here and ready to help. Just give us a call or contact us online to schedule your free consultation and find out more about what our legal team can do for you.