Delivery trucks don’t get a free pass because they carry packages. When a UPS or FedEx driver causes a crash, the company behind the wheel still owes you answers – and compensation. But to get there, you need proof of negligence that holds up in court.
A Manhattan truck accident lawyer knows how to collect that proof, challenge corporate denials, and make sure your voice doesn’t get buried under paperwork.
What Negligence Looks Like in a Truck Crash
Negligence happens when a person or company fails to act safely and causes someone else to get hurt. With commercial delivery trucks, that can mean:
- A driver who sped through a red light
- A company that skipped brake checks to save time
- A subcontractor who hired an unqualified driver
Negligence has four parts: duty, breach, causation, and damages. The company or driver must owe you a duty of care. They must fail to meet it. That failure must have directly caused your injury. And your injury must lead to real losses – medical bills, time off work, or lasting pain.
Even if only one part seems missing, the case may fall apart. That’s why every detail matters.
Evidence That Backs You Up
You need more than an explanation for your claim. Judges and insurers expect hard proof, organized details, and a case built on solid ground. Useful evidence includes:
- Police report
- Witnesses
- Camera footage
- Photographs
- Delivery logs
- Service records
- Driver logs
UPS and FedEx lawyers don’t wait. They send investigators early, and they look for ways to shift blame. If you wait too long, important evidence might vanish – or never surface at all. A quick response protects your claim before the company locks it down.
Who Bears Responsibility?
The driver rarely acts alone. In many cases, the company’s policies, hiring practices, or unrealistic schedules create danger. Some companies even claim the driver worked as an independent contractor to dodge liability.
That excuse doesn’t always hold. Courts look at control. If the company set the hours, supplied the truck, tracked the route, and managed performance, they can’t wash their hands of the wreck. A full investigation helps sort out every layer of responsibility – from the driver to the corporate boardroom.
Legal Deadlines You Can’t Miss
New York law gives you three years to file a personal injury claim, but don’t confuse that with plenty of time. Evidence fades fast. Memories shift. Documents disappear. The sooner you act, the more control you keep.
The Manhattan truck accident lawyers at Jaroslawicz & Jaros, PLLC, know how to move fast, lock in the facts, and expose the missteps that led to your crash. If a delivery truck upended your life, we’ll help you hold the right people accountable – and we won’t let the clock run out on your case. Contact us today to get started with a consultation.
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