Were you hurt in a crash with a UPS or FedEx delivery truck in Dallas, Texas? Delivery drivers make dozens of stops every day under tight deadlines. When they cut corners, other road users pay the price.
A Dallas delivery truck accident lawyer at Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. can investigate who controlled the truck and pursue all available compensation that addresses your damages. Call (972) 550-6818 for a free consultation to learn more about your legal options.
Why Work With Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. After a Delivery Truck Crash?
UPS and FedEx are massive global shipping corporations. They have insurance adjusters and legal teams dedicated to minimizing their liability for accidents. Their main goal is to settle your claim quickly for as little money as possible.
You need an experienced attorney who is ready to push back and protect your rights.
Dallas residents choose our Dallas truck accident attorneys because:
- Bilingual representation. We serve clients in both English and Spanish throughout the entire case.
- Trial experience. Our lead attorney has taken more than 300 trials and arbitrations to verdict.
- Proven results. We have recovered over 275 million dollars in settlements and verdicts for injured clients.
- Peer recognition. Our work has been featured in Texas Lawyer Magazine.
- No upfront fees. You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you through a trial verdict or negotiated settlement award.
Contact our Dallas law office today to speak with a Dallas delivery truck accident attorney about your case during a free consultation.
Who Is Responsible When a UPS or FedEx Driver Causes a Crash?
Liability for a UPS or FedEx accident depends on how the driver is employed; UPS and FedEx structure their delivery networks differently.
UPS drivers are typically direct employees. Under Texas law, employers are generally liable for an employee’s negligent actions on the job. If a UPS driver causes a crash while making deliveries, UPS and its insurance provider will likely be responsible.
FedEx operates under a different model. FedEx Express drivers are usually direct employees; FedEx Ground deliveries are handled primarily by independent contractors. These independent businesses hire their own drivers and carry separate insurance policies, allowing FedEx to try to shield itself from liability for contractor crashes.
Other parties may also share fault, including:
- The independent contractor responsible for hiring, training, or supervising the driver
- A maintenance company that failed to fix mechanical or brake issues
- Another negligent driver who contributed to the collision
Our attorneys investigate the driver’s relationship with UPS or FedEx and corporate contracts to determine all liable parties.
Do Federal Regulations Apply to Delivery Vans?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations apply to commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating exceeding 10,001 pounds used in interstate commerce. Most standard UPS and FedEx delivery trucks meet these criteria. Texas enforces similar safety rules for intrastate carriers.
These federal rules regulate:
- Hours of service limits to ensure drivers receive mandatory rest breaks
- Vehicle maintenance requirements and required inspection logs
- Driver qualification files verifying driving history and medical fitness
Even when smaller cargo vans fall below federal weight limits, claims can be established using standard negligence rules and internal corporate safety guidelines.
What Causes Delivery Truck Accidents in Dallas?
Package delivery involves unique road hazards as drivers stop and go in congested urban areas and residential neighborhoods.
Common crash causes include:
- Rushing to meet quotas, particularly during peak holiday seasons
- Driver distraction from handheld scanners, GPS navigation, or dispatch alerts
- Illegal or double parking that blocks traffic lanes
- Unsafe backing maneuvers in driveways or loading zones
- Failing to check blind spots before merging or pulling away from the curb
- Driver fatigue resulting from long shifts and mandatory overtime
Commercial delivery vehicles often record telematics data detailing speed, braking, and engine activity. This data can help pinpoint exactly what caused the crash, but it must be requested and preserved before it is overwritten.
How Much Is My Delivery Truck Accident Claim Worth?
Your case value depends on the extent of your injuries, financial losses, and available insurance coverage. The following factors will influence your claim and what you can recover:
- Injury severity and whether the disability is permanent
- Current medical bills and anticipated future care costs
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Physical pain, emotional distress, and disfigurement
- Vehicle damage and other property losses
- The liability coverage limits held by all responsible entities
In fatal accidents, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim under Texas law to recover funeral expenses, lost financial support, and loss of companionship.
Can I Still Recover Compensation if I Was Partially at Fault?
Yes, if you were not more than 50% responsible. Texas applies a proportionate responsibility rule under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 33.001, which reduces your financial recovery by your percentage of fault.
For example, if a jury determines your damages total $200,000 and finds you 20% responsible, your final award will be $160,000. Insurance companies frequently attempt to assign fault to injury victims to reduce payout amounts, making clear evidence critical.
What Is the Deadline to File a Lawsuit in Texas?
In Texas, the statute of limitations generally requires personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits to be filed within two years of the incident date. Missing this deadline permanently ends your right to recover financial compensation through the courts.
Contact a Dallas Delivery Truck Accident Attorney Today
A delivery truck collision can disrupt your health, career, and finances. But that doesn’t have to be the end of the story, and you do not have to fight major shipping corporations alone.
Our legal team will assist you by:
- Determining employment status and corporate liability
- Issuing legal demands to preserve telematics, dashcam video, and scanner records
- Obtaining driver qualification logs, safety histories, and vehicle inspection records
- Calculating the total extent of your economic and non-economic damages
- Negotiating directly with corporate insurance adjusters
- Filing a formal lawsuit and presenting your case at trial if necessary
Contact Trujillo Gonzalez to schedule a free case evaluation with a Dallas delivery truck accident lawyer today.
