# Delivery Truck Crash: Who Is Liable? | Postman Law | 24/7 **Table of Contents***[*Expand*]* 1. Truck Drivers 2. Delivery Companies 3. Auto Manufacturers 4. Maintenance Providers 5. Cargo Crews 6. What Should I Do After a Delivery Truck Accident? 7. What Compensation Can I Recover in a Delivery Truck Accident Lawsuit? 8. Contact Postman Law to Speak to a Truck Accident Lawyer Liable parties in a delivery truck accident can include **delivery drivers**,**delivery companies**,**truck manufacturers**,**maintenance providers**,**or cargo loading crews**. The liable party depends on the specific causal factors contributing to the crash. If you’ve been involved in a collision with a delivery vehicle, you need to speak to a knowledgeable [truck accident lawyer](https://www.postmanlaw.com/chicago-il/truck-accident-lawyer/) from Postman Law. We can investigate the accident circumstances and help pursue liable parties to compensate you for your injury-related losses.  ## Truck Drivers Truck drivers typically bear liability for accidents that are due to negligent driving. Behaviors like distracted driving, fatigued driving, and speeding are all major causes of delivery truck accidents. Some drivers may be inexperienced and not used to maneuvering large vehicles.  If the driver is an employee of a larger company, it will have a liability policy that will pay for your injuries. However, many delivery logistics companies, such as Amazon, rely on fleets of independent contractors, who aren’t covered under a typical employer liability policy.  Insurance in these cases can get quite complex, so you need to talk to a delivery truck accident lawyer from Postman Law who can help assess which insurance coverage applies in your situation.  For a free legal consultation, call [844-767-8626](tel:+18447678626) ## Delivery Companies Delivery companies may also bear liability for your accident if they engage in unsafe business practices. One example would be negligence in hiring. These delivery companies are responsible for vetting their drivers and ensuring their qualifications. If the company hired an unqualified driver and they caused an accident, you could sue them for negligent hiring.  ## Auto Manufacturers Some truck accidents are the result of defective auto parts, like tires, brakes, engines, transmissions, and trailer hitches. When a defective product causes bodily injuries, the victim may be able to file a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer. In most states, injury victims don’t have to prove manufacturer negligence to make a product liability lawsuit.  [Click to contact](/contact/) our personal injury lawyers today ## Maintenance Providers If the accident happened due to maintenance errors, the maintenance provider can be responsible. For instance, if the maintenance providers ignored obvious signs of wear or accidentally damaged critical truck parts, the maintenance company could be responsible.  When you reach out to Postman Law, we will identify every party that played a role in your accident and losses. ## Cargo Crews Loose and unsecured cargo can fall from the back of delivery trucks and strike pedestrians and motorists. Some delivery trucking companies outsource loading and unloading to third-party crews. These crews can be responsible for accidents due to loose or unsecured cargo. ## What Should I Do After a Delivery Truck Accident? The aftermath of a truck accident might be confusing and chaotic, but you need to take prompt steps to preserve your ability to recover financial compensation. By having substantial documentation, it’ll be easier to identify the party responsible for the crash.  Below is a quick guide on what you should do after a delivery truck accident: ### Document the Scene After receiving necessary medical attention, document the accident scene. This means taking photos of the crash and your injuries, and making notes about environmental features. You should also get contact information for any eyewitnesses in case you need them to make a statement.  ### Get the Driver’s Info Ask the delivery driver about their name, the company they work for, and information about their vehicle. Ask the driver for their insurance information or ask where you can find their employer’s insurance policy. It’s very important that you get the correct details so a lawyer can approach the right parties for an insurance claim.  ### See a Doctor The next step is seeing a doctor. You’ll want medical documentation when you go to file an insurance claim. Get copies of your records, including intake paperwork, diagnostic reports, lab results, imaging, and discharge paperwork.  ### Don’t Talk to Insurance You may be contacted by an insurance adjuster. It’s very important not to let them make a recorded statement. Insurance companies may try to offer you a quick settlement to make the claim go away, but you shouldn’t accept a lowball offer just to get a quick payout.  ### Find a Truck Accident Lawyer At this point, you should prioritize finding a truck accident lawyer from our experienced team at Postman Law. Our attorneys can gather additional evidence and represent you in any insurance negotiations. If necessary, an attorney can take the case to formal litigation in a lawsuit.  ## What Compensation Can I Recover in a Delivery Truck Accident Lawsuit? Injury victims from delivery truck accidents can recover a wide range of compensation from a lawsuit. This may include: - Emergency medical bills and continuing medical expenses - Income and employment benefits you lost from missing work - Differences in your pre- and post-injury expected earning potential - Out-of-pocket injury expenses - [Pain and suffering](https://legal-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Pain+and+suffering), mental anguish, and emotional distress - Quality-of-life reductions due to scarring and disfigurement At Postman Law, we will investigate your accident, injuries, care projections, and many other factors as we work to calculate the full extent of your losses and include them in your claim. ## Contact Postman Law to Speak to a Truck Accident Lawyer Still have questions about liability for delivery truck accidents? If so, contact Postman Law online or call us today to discuss your case with a truck accident lawyer. We have recovered **over $3 billion**for our clients and can seek justice on your behalf. --- Source: https://www.postmanlaw.com/faqs/who-is-liable-delivery-truck-accident/