Average Case Value UPS Truck Accident Lawyer

While driving, you should be keenly aware of the various hazards present in the streets. A car accident could set you back thousands of dollars and cause numerous physical injuries. Unfortunately, one of the most common dangers lies in crashes with UPS trucks. These truck drivers may often ignore the laws of the road and place other people in harm’s way. The drivers behave this way because UPS is a business, and it prides itself on speedy delivery of its packages; the more packages that are delivered throughout the day, the more packages that will come in thereafter. For UPS, profit is the main goal. Of course, UPS should also be held responsible when a driver gets involved in a car accident because he was doing all he could to deliver an item and keep UPS in good standing. Our lawyers at Normandie Law Firm in Los Angeles are here to help you earn fair compensation if you were struck by a UPS driver. You should not be expected to cover all your own expenses if another party caused them. Clients often call us with questions about these types of lawsuits, some of which include:

• What is the average settlement for accident with UPS truck?
• What is the average settlement amount of a UPS accident lawsuit?
• How much is a UPS truck accident case worth? 

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Causes of UPS Accidents

An accident with a UPS truck can occur for many reasons, but the majority happens due to driver negligence. There is no special case that entices UPS drivers to drive any more or less dangerously than everyone else on the road; the difference is due to the nature of the driving. Transportation and delivery services both need to be punctual, fast, and efficient. UPS drivers are not exempt from this tendency – they will do all they can to get packages delivered so they can complete their routes and go home. 

The most common hazard a UPS driver creates is leaving his truck double parked in the middle of the street without any hazard lights left flashing or the parking brake engaged. It can be difficult to see if the driver is in the vehicle and preparing to reenter traffic or if the truck is empty. Passing these trucks can be problematic as well, since oncoming traffic cannot readily tell if the vehicle is parked or going slowly. The lack of hazard lights is a large liability. Further, if the parking brake is not engaged, there is a chance that the truck can start rolling away, especially if the brake system is faulty, dated, or improperly maintained. Runaway trucks have crashed into parked vehicles, oncoming cars, homes, and even pedestrians. 

Further, UPS drivers are often at the facilities very early in the morning, often hours before sunrise. They will then travel all around the area dropping off packages, fighting various amounts of traffic. This can very easily lead to a lack of sleep for the drivers, and driving tired is extremely dangerous. When you do not have adequate sleep, your reflexes become reduced and you are less likely to notice cues from your environment. Your body will also try to force you to rest. UPS drivers have gotten into accidents because of how long they had been driving throughout the day and they did not get ample enough rest. 

Of course, UPS drivers also get into accidents for the very same reasons other drivers do. They may drive recklessly, ignore stop lights and stop signs, tailgate, change lanes without signaling, cut people off, ignore right of way laws, fail to yield, and fiddle with their phones. 

Proving Negligent Driving

In order to file a lawsuit against UPS, you must show that the driver acted with negligence. This can be done by proving four points:

• You were owed a duty of care. This is present with all drivers on the road; everyone has a responsibility to keep other people safe and not place any person in harm’s way.
• That duty of care was breached. This may happen due to reckless driving or some other choice to risk hurting others on the road.
• The breach resulted in an accident. Because of the careless driving by the UPS driver, an accident must have occurred, whether it is a rear end collision, a side swipe, or some other kind of crash.
• The accident caused physical injuries. If you were not physically harmed from an accident, you will be unable to collect compensation from a negligence based lawsuit. You must have been hurt in some way. 

A skilled lawyer from our team can help you prove that a UPS driver acted with negligence while driving. You should not wait too long, however, as the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit against a negligent driver is 2 years from the date of the injury. If you wait too long, you will be unable to collect compensation, as the deadline will have passed. 

Sample Settlements

Clients often ask us how much you can receive from a UPS accident. The value of your UPS accident case is determined by a number of different factors, including the severity of your injury and how impactful it is to your daily life and future career abilities. There is no settlement calculator that spits out a dollar amount after you have input the damages you suffered. Each case is unique, and insurance adjusters will modify settlement offers according to the specific details of your case. Your case could be worth more if you are no longer able to adequately work, for instance, but it could be worth less if you do not suffer anything more than minor injuries. We have provided some examples below to showcase what you may earn, however. Take note that the average settlement amount is much lower than these cases; the median UPS accident settlement is not usually in the six figure realm.

• $5,000,000 Verdict: After a UPS truck crossed a line and crashed into a man’s vehicle, the man suffered a head injury, damaged shoulder, and a herniated disc. Additionally, he suffered permanent neurological damage and would never fully recover. The man was waiting at a stop light when the accident occurred. 
• $600,000 Settlement: A 32-year-old man on a motorcycle was struck by a UPS driver who made a reckless turn. The man suffered severe ankle damage, necessitating metal screws and a plate. 
• $3,800,000 Verdict: A UPS driver crashed into a vehicle and brought about the death of an individual. After a wrongful death lawsuit, UPS paid out the verdict.

The settlement value of your case will be determined by negotiating with the UPS insurance agents or by a judge and jury. We can help you earn the maximum compensation amount for your injuries. 

Damages from an Accident

The amount of compensation you can earn varies from lawsuit to lawsuit. With our help, you can receive the following damages:

• Medical Expenses (including surgery, hospitalization, medical therapy, medication, and future medical procedures)
• Lost Wages (from missed days of work, as well as future lost earnings from additional medical treatments and recovery time)
• Property Damage (if your car requires repairs or any personal items need to be fixed or replaced)
• Pain and Suffering (emotional anguish, psychological trauma, PTSD, fear, anxiety, and more)

When a client asks, “How much is a case worth if I got into an accident with a UPS driver,” we tell them the truth: it varies, and there is no set value. 

Second Opinion

Many times, clients call us inquiring about the average case value of a UPS truck crash case because they already have legal representation and want to make sure they are not being taken advantage of. Sadly, many lawyers do take advantage of their clients; they claim that they will be able to win exorbitant amounts of money, but when the time comes, the case is hurriedly settled for a small amount. The law firm and lawyer will get paid, the insurance agency won’t take a hit, and the client will be left in equally as bad a situation as he was in before. 

We will give you a second opinion on your case. If we feel that you are being misrepresented, we will tell you what we believe we can earn for you and how much you should be able to receive. 

Our Firm

Contact our law firm to speak with an experienced attorney about your UPS accident case. Our aggressive lawyers will do all we can to bring you the compensation you deserve, and if we need to, we will take your case to court. You should not be held responsible for damages caused by a UPS driver. 

Call us to schedule a free consultation with a skilled lawyer. Any questions you have about the legal process or lawsuits against UPS can be answered, and we will give you necessary details about your case and what to expect. Further, you will receive a zero fee guarantee if you hire us for legal services. You will not pay a dime to us, win or lose; our fees will only be taken if we win, and the money will come from the settlement we bring you. 

For more help filing a lawsuit against a UPS driver, contact Normandie Law Firm today.