Delivery Truck Accidents

If you or a loved one has been involved in a delivery truck accident, we understand how difficult this time can be. You may have had property damage or medical bills, and you’re not sure where to turn for legal support.

At Los Justicieros, we specialize in delivery truck accident cases across California. We’ve helped victims hold delivery companies accountable and recover compensation after serious injuries.

Our team is led by Payton Kashani, recognized as one of the Top 10% Attorneys in the U.S. and named among the 10 Best Attorneys in California by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys. Learn more about our team here. With a 98% success rate, we only take cases we believe we can win – and your consultation is always free.

Common Causes of Delivery Truck Accidents

Delivery trucks are everywhere in California – from LA freeways to quiet suburban streets. Unfortunately, they’re also involved in thousands of serious crashes every year.

According to FMCSA data, more than 119,000 injuries and 5,904 deaths were linked to large truck accidents in 2021 alone – the highest numbers ever recorded. That same year, over 401,000 property damage incidents were caused by trucks. And the trend us unlikely to slow down with nearly 15 million large trucks and buses registered in the U.S., many of which operate as delivery vehicles.

“Delivery truck” is actually broad term that includes everything from Amazon vans to 18-wheelers. When it comes to getting legal help after a delivery truck accident, most the first place to look is what kind of vehicle was involved. According to the FMCSA, three main types of delivery trucks are involved in two-thirds of all accidents:

  • Box trucks caused 44.9% of all injury crashes
  • Flatbed trucks accounted for 10.1%
  • Dump trucks followed with 9.4%

At Los Justicieros, our California truck accident lawyers treat delivery truck accidents with the same legal rigor as any other commercial vehicle accident. We investigate every detail to uncover negligence, corporate liability, and safety violations.

Here are some of the most common causes of delivery truck accidents that can lead to injury compensation for our clients:

  • Driver Fatigue: Long shifts, poor rest, and high delivery quotas can lead to exhaustion behind the wheel.
  • Speeding: Speeding is actually the most common driver-related factor in fatal trucking crashes. Driving over the speed limit increases stopping distance and reduces reaction time.
  • Distracted Driving: Phone use, navigation systems, or even eating can take a driver’s focus off the road. This is the second-most common type of driver-related factor in delivery truck accidents.
  • Improper Training: Many delivery companies fail to properly train drivers on safety protocols or truck handling.
  • Poor Maintenance: Bald tires, faulty brakes, and ignored warning signs can all lead to mechanical failure.
  • Unsafe Lane Changes: Large trucks have blind spots. A careless merge can result in catastrophic collisions.
  • Failure to Yield: Common in urban settings, especially when drivers are in a rush to meet delivery deadlines. According to the FMCSA, this is the fourth most-cited driver-related factor in delivery trucking crashes.

How To Start a Lawsuit

In delivery truck crashes, at least one driver-related factor is present in at least a third of cases. The top issues are speeding, inattention, careless driving and failure to yield.

But even if there is no driver-related factor, the commercial trucking company could still have liability from issues such as poor maintenance, not respecting Hours of Service regulations, overloading the vehicles, and more. Many commercial trucking companies (and their insurers) are backed by seasoned legal teams trained to minimize payouts – so even if they are responsible, they will fight against it.

This is why you need a legal team that understands commercial truck accident liability and FMCSA regulations. If you’ve been injured in a delivery truck accident, you should know that At Los Justicieros, we work on a no-win-no-fee basis – which means no upfront cost to you. 

Any attorney fees are recovered from the trucking company as part of your settlement or court award.

Here’s how you get started:

  1. Schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys.
  2. Talk through your experience so we can explain what to expect and determine the strength of your case.
  3. We’ll help gather evidence – from accident reports and medical bills to driver logs and company records.
  4. We build and present your case, seeking a fair settlement that covers your medical costs, lost income, and emotional trauma.

If necessary, we take your case to court – and fight until you get the result you deserve.

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