Maison Law represents victims injured in car accidents with Allied Van Lines in California. Our dedicated attorneys will fight to get accident victims and their families the compensation they need. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Do I Need a Lawyer for an Allied Van Lines Accident in California?
If you only suffered minor injuries and vehicle damage, you may not need the help of an attorney. Minor vehicle damage typically consists of:
- Smashed headlight
- Small dents
- Cracked windshield
- Busted tire
If you’ve suffered verifiable injuries from an accident with an Allied Van, it is advisable to consult with a reputable accident attorney about the legal options available to you. An attorney can help you recover damages for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Loss of future earnings
- Pain and suffering
- Wrongful death damages
- Punitive damages
If you decide to partner with an attorney they will file a personal injury lawsuit against Allied Van Line’s insurance on your behalf. In addition to a lawsuit, an accident attorney can also:
- Manage medical care and ongoing medical treatment
- Gather evidence to help identify liable parties and include them in your lawsuit
- File personal injury claims with the insurance companies of all the liable parties
At Maison Law, our personal injury attorneys have years of experience protecting the rights of accident victims. We advocate on behalf of those whose lives have been transformed by injuries and need compensation to recover. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Causes of Moving Van Accidents in California
Unfortunately, moving van accidents occur almost every day in California. In 2022, California recorded the second most deaths resulting from large truck accidents in the United States. The most common causes of these accidents include:
- Driver fatigue: driving long hours and having very demanding deadlines to meet make driver fatigue a common cause of accidents
- Distracted driving: this includes looking away from the road, using a mobile phone, or eating
- Speeding/reckless driving: some moving van companies are under strict time restraints, which causes them to engage in dangerous behavior to stay on schedule
- Mechanical failures: regular maintenance is a must for commercial moving vans. If not inspected properly, these vans can suffer brake failure, tire blowouts, and engine problems.
- Improperly loaded cargo: Unbalanced or loose loads can cause moving vans to lose stability or even tip over.
Who Can You File a Claim Against in an Allied Van Lines Moving Van Accident?
Allied Van Lines moving van accidents can involve multiple parties depending on the details of the collision. The most common liable parties include:
- The moving van company
- Third-party drivers
- Moving van drivers
- Moving van manufacturers
In the case of Allied Van Lines, you would file a claim against their company’s insurance, rather than the driver’s insurance. If a moving van driver is employed to drive by the company, then the company is responsible for the driver’s actions. This is known as vicarious liability, which states:
“Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, an employer is vicariously liable for his employee’s torts committed within the scope of the employment…
The losses caused by the torts of employees, which as a practical matter are sure to occur in the conduct of the employer’s enterprise, are placed upon that enterprise itself as a required cost of doing business.”
What is the Typical Settlement for an Allied Van Lines Accident in California?
No two accidents are the same, so, there is no specific average amount of compensation you can expect to receive. What you will be entitled to recover will be dependent on the severity of your damages, which include:
- Economic damages: financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
- Medical bills
- Lost Wages
- Loss of future potential earnings
- Loss of property
- Cost of repairs
- Non-economic damages: these are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages: these are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
- Reckless behavior
- Actions performed out of spite
Contact an Allied Van Lines Accident Attorney in California
If you or a loved one have suffered injuries due to the carelessness of an Allied Van Lines driver, the experienced attorneys at Maison Law can help you get the compensation you need to fully recover your damages. Contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation. There are no upfront costs and you don’t pay a dime until we win your case.
