Delivery Truck Accidents in Oklahoma City
Delivery truck accidents in Oklahoma City often result from driver fatigue, poor vehicle maintenance, or unsafe delivery practices. Our experienced attorneys investigate these preventable crashes and work to hold negligent parties accountable.
Suburban neighborhoods and business districts are increasingly congested with delivery trucks, vans, and SUVs making frequent stops to drop off online purchases and commercial supplies.
At The Law Firm for Truck Safety, we advocate for those injured or who have lost loved ones in delivery truck accidents in Oklahoma City. With several attorneys holding Class A commercial licenses (CDLs), we have firsthand knowledge of driving big rigs and winning truck crash cases and we will use our experience and skills to fight for the compensation you deserve.
How Delivery Truck Accidents Happen
The pressure of demanding schedules and navigating densely populated areas can lead to mistakes. When delivery drivers follow proper safe driving protocols, they are quite safe. However, fatigue, stress, and poor decision-making can result in hazardous situations, such as:
- Speeding
- Swerving
- Improper turns
- Driver distraction
- Making sudden stops
- Failing to signal when changing lanes
Any form of careless driving can lead to a collision with another vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian.
When you contact our team after an Oklahoma City wreck involving a delivery truck, van, or other type of vehicle, we will investigate the circumstances that led to it. We can look into the driver’s record and the dispatch schedule to determine whether the driver’s employer failed to screen or train the driver properly or imposed an unrealistic delivery schedule. We will also examine the vehicle’s maintenance record to uncover whether poor maintenance or a mechanical defect contributed to the crash.
Bringing a Claim After an Accident
Getting hurt in a delivery truck crash can turn your life upside down. You are trying to recover from your injuries, your daily routine is disrupted, and your stress levels are probably high. You are also likely wondering how the accident could have happened and what could have been done to prevent it.
Speaking with a lawyer at our firm could help you get your bearings. Together, we will explore your legal options.
Our Oklahoma City attorney can immediately begin building a case against the delivery company and any other parties who may be responsible for the crash. We will handle all communication with insurance companies and others, freeing you to focus on your recovery.
Compensation for Truck Accident Injuries
Delivery truck accidents can cause catastrophic injuries that might never heal completely. The emotional trauma of the event can be just as devastating and could impact your life for years. These concerns often eclipse the financial strain an accident causes.
The compensation you receive from those responsible for the crash can help cover the costs of medical treatments and any other services or equipment essential for your recovery and well-being. This may include:
- Lost wages and benefits
- Reimbursement of medical expenses
- Personal property damage to your vehicle
- Payment for ongoing and future medical care
- Money to cover your diminished future earning capacity
- Home renovations to accommodate your injuries
You can also seek compensation for your physical pain, emotional suffering, temporary or permanent disability, and the accident’s impact on your quality of life.
Punitive DamagesIn a civil lawsuit, money designed to compensate an injured person. This includes economic damages (measurable financial loss like medical expenses) and non-economic damages (categories like pain and suffering or loss of love.)
Oklahoma Statute §23-9.1 allows you to seek punitive damagesDamages designed to punish a defendant or set an example (in some states, called exemplary damages). when the delivery driver acted intentionally or with disregard for your safety. An Oklahoma City attorney with our firm could help determine if the evidence in your case is sufficient to support a claim against the delivery company for punitive damages.
Contact Our Oklahoma City Attorneys If You Were Hurt in a Delivery Truck Crash
If you were involved in a delivery truck accident in Oklahoma City, please contact our law firm. Five of our attorneys are board-certified in truck accident law, so you can be confident that we have the expertise to obtain the best possible results for you. Contact us today for a consultation with a dedicated advocate who will fight for your rights.
