Maison Law advocates on behalf of UPS truck accident victims. If you or a loved one has been injured in a UPS truck accident in Turlock, our team of truck accident attorneys will exercise every legal avenue to get you the compensation for medical bills, missed time at work, and the trauma of being involved in an accident.
While truck accidents can alter your life, we can help you recover it. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
How Maison Law Helps UPS Truck Accident Victims
As the second largest city in Stanislaus County, Turlock sees substantial truck traffic on key routes like Highway 99. Major trucking companies like UPS operate regularly across Turlock and the region. If one of these truck drivers is driving carelessly or operating their vehicle on low sleep, many Turlock drivers are at risk of a life-altering accident.
For that reason, it is advisable to speak to a reputable attorney if you find yourself on the wrong end of an accident with a UPS delivery driver. Depending on the details of your accident, you may be able to sue UPS, but you will need to prove UPS was at fault for the accident and your injuries. By partnering with one of our UPS Truck Accident Attorneys at Maison Law, we can:
- Investigate the incident
- Determine a liable party or multiple liable parties
- Protect your liability and right to compensation from the insurance company.
With a reputable attorney handling your case, you can sue for economic damages and non-economic damages. Together, these include:
- Emergency room treatment
- Physical therapy
- In-home care
- Lost income
- Vehicle repair
- Loss of consortium
- Pain and suffering
- Future loss of earnings
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional pain
- Court costs and fees
Settling with UPS’s insurance by filing a claim with them isn’t always a bad idea, but you are likely to be left with unpaid medical bills and vehicle repairs. Studies have shown that personal injury victims who partnered with an attorney receive more compensation than those who did not.
Get a Free Consultation
Maison Law offers a complimentary initial consultation to injured individuals in Turlock. During this meeting, our Personal Injury Attorneys will discuss the facts of the incident at no cost, assess the potential viability of a claim, and outline the procedural steps that may follow.
It is important to note that all communications during the consultation remain protected by attorney-client privilege under California law, regardless of whether you decide to take legal action or not. For more information, contact Maison Law for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
UPS Driver Insurance Coverage
UPS drivers are insured by UPS’s insurance policy. If you’re involved in an accident with a UPS driver you will need to file an accident claim with the company’s insurance. If you decide to file a lawsuit, then you will be suing UPS, not the UPS driver. This is because the company is liable for the actions of their truck drivers through vicarious liability, which is covered in California’s Respondeat Superior Law, which states:
“The employer or a principal could be held vicariously liable for an unlawful or unjust act of an employee or an agent. For the employer or the principal to be vicariously liable under the respondeat superior, the employer or the agent must commit the wrongful act while working in the scope of the employment agency.”
What You Can Expect After a UPS Truck Accident
UPS drivers undergo extensive training through a program called Integrad to help drivers avoid accidents while on the job. Drivers are put through 5 to 9 days of driving and delivering simulations before they’re allowed to begin delivering packages in real-world scenarios. Even though all UPS drivers undergo safety training, accidents do happen. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, there were a total of 2,828 UPS truck accidents from 2020 – 2022.
After the immediate aftermath of a UPS truck accident, you will receive medical treatment. At some point, UPS’s insurance may offer you a settlement. By agreeing to that settlement, you waive your right to pursue an attorney, as well as any additional compensation from UPS. It is important to remember that you do not have to accept any settlement offer. And it is always advisable to at least speak with an accident attorney before agreeing to anything. If you decide to pursue a lawsuit through an attorney instead of accepting UPS’s settlement offer, then the next step is to find out who is responsible for the accident.
The simple answer may seem to be that UPS is responsible for the accident. However, UPS truck accidents are more complicated than they seem. The details of the accident must be investigated to reveal how many liable parties are responsible for compensating you for your damages. These details include:
- The type of accident
- Head-on collision
- Side-swipe
- Rear-end collision
- The cause of the accident
- Intoxicated driving
- A pedestrian causing a driver to swerve into another lane
- Speeding
- Not paying attention to the road
- The possible liable parties
- Manufacturer of the truck and its parts
- The truck company
- A third-party vehicle
- The owner of the cargo
- A local government or contract responsible for road or highway maintenance
Compensation for a UPS Truck Accident in Turlock
UPS truck accidents can be devastating physically and financially. Most victims are left with permanent injuries and debt. So, when examining the value of your claim, the Attorneys at Maison Law will calculate the compensation you can claim for the following damages:
- Emergency room treatment
- Hospital bills
- Medications and medical equipment
- Ongoing treatment for current and future medical needs
- In-home care
- Lost income
- Loss of consortium
- Vehicle repair
- Emotional pain
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
These damages are a combination of economic damages and non-economic damages. Although rare, punitive damages may be claimed if the liable party acted with extreme recklessness or malice toward you. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact us for a free review of your case.
Contact a UPS Truck Accident Lawyer in Turlock
If you or a loved one has been involved in a UPS truck accident in Turlock, the personal injury attorneys at Maison Law are standing by to help you get the compensation you need. We understand the enormous medical costs associated with truck accidents and will aggressively pursue a settlement to match the full extent of your damages. If a settlement cannot be reached, then our firm will represent you in court and advocate on your behalf.
Contact Maison Lawtoday for a free consultation and case evaluation. Our firm does not require any upfront fees, and you do not have to pay a cent until your case is won.
