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FedEx is recognized as one of the top leading delivery service companies in the United States. With online orders being the new wave of shopping, FedEx deals with millions of orders on a day to day basis. This requires FedEx employees to work around the clock to ensure that all packages are shipped and delivered on time.
FedEx drivers must mentally prepare for their work shift as delivering hundreds of packages requires a lot of time and focus on the road. During these lengthy trips, FedEx drivers have faced several factors that have made it difficult for them to fulfill their tasks in a timely manner. This includes negligent drivers, road hazards, poor weather conditions, or fatigue from working lengthy hours.
Unfortunately, FedEx accidents are more common than you think. As these large vehicles take on California roads, anything can happen. Just recently, in January of 2022, a FedEx driver was stopped at a red light when a speeding driver crashed directly into the rear of the large vehicle. The FedEx truck later caused a massive pileup that involved five other vehicles. Accidents involving FedEx trucks can be disastrous as these large vehicles have the ability to damage more than just one vehicle.
Below, we will further discuss what types of injuries are often reported in FedEx accidents, parties that can be held accountable for damages, and what types of damages are awarded. If you were involved in a FedEx accident, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim against the party at-fault for damages.
At West Coast Trial Lawyers, our qualified Los Angeles FedEx accident attorneys have over 60 years of collective legal experience in handling personal injury cases. We have won more than 5,000 cases and recovered over $1 billion in settlements for our clients. Due to our achievements, we have been ranked as one of the top personal injury law firms in Los Angeles.
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Common Types of Injuries in a FedEx Accident
As FedEx trucks are capable of executing powerful impacts, other drivers have often experienced severe or fatal injuries, such as the following:
Who Can Be Held Accountable for a FedEx Accident?
There are many parties that can be held accountable for a FedEx Accident. This includes the FedEx driver, FedEx, or the other driver.
FedEx drivers can be found liable for an accident if they committed a negligent action, such as speeding, driving while under the influence, texting and driving, or ignoring traffic signs or signals. Since a FedEx driver is classified as an employee, FedEx will also be held responsible for its driver’s unlawful actions. This is referred to as vicarious liability. Vicarious liability is when one party is held accountable for reckless actions committed by a third party.
Similarly to a FedEx driver, the other driver involved in the accident could be held liable for negligent actions, as well. All parties are required to provide a duty of care to one another. If one or both parties breach their duty of care, they must compensate one another depending on the amount of negligence that was contributed to the FedEx accident. This is called contributory negligence.
Recoverable compensation will vary for each party. For example, if the FedEx driver was 100 percent at-fault for the accident, then the other driver will be granted full compensation to cover for damages.
However, if the FedEx driver was 70 percent at-fault and the other driver was 30 percent at-fault, then compensation will be reduced proportionally to the degree of fault. This is referred to as comparative negligence.
Available Damages
In a FedEx accident, damages may vary depending on the situation. Each case has its own unique problem that can affect the outcome of a settlement offer. Typically, the types of economic and non-economic damages that have been awarded for a FedEx accident include the following:
If a death is involved, wrongful death damages may be awarded to the victim’s heir(s). This includes:
Punitive damages are typically not awarded in a wrongful death case in California unless the plaintiff is able to show proof that the defendant had maliciously or intentionally tried to end the life of their loved one.
West Coast Trial Lawyers Is Here to Help
If you or a loved one were involved in a FedEx accident, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your losses. At West Coast Trial Lawyers, our expert Los Angeles FedEx accident attorneys are readily available to offer legal assistance to victims of personal injury.
Contact us today by calling (213) 652-5649 or filling out our quick contact form to schedule a free consultation with our knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate legal team.
If you have been injured in an accident, you can count on the legal team at West Coast Trial Lawyers to fight for your rights every step of the way. Contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation with a personal injury attorney.
An accident can dramatically change your life in an instant, leaving you scared, frustrated, and uncertain where to turn to for help. West Coast Trial Lawyers is an experienced law firm committed to helping you every step of the way. Client satisfaction is our first priority and we are proud that our clients have ranked our firm as the number one personal injury law firm. 1 We are first-rate trial attorneys who will provide you with the focused representation needed to secure a just recovery in your case. Our personal injury lawyers combine extensive courtroom experience with an aggressive mindset to help you secure the compensation that you deserve.
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