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If you were hurt when an Amazon truck driver caused your collision, a Gastonia Amazon truck accident lawyer from our firm can help you pursue compensation for your injuries and other damages. Our legal team represents victims and their families after serious accidents.
The Gastonia truck accident lawyers with Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, are here for you when you need us. We have secured more than $100 million for victims and served over 10,000 clients. We know how to build a case and recover the money you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation with our team.
Trust Your Case to Our Gastonia Amazon Truck Accident Attorneys
When you work with our firm, a Gastonia personal injury lawyer from our team will manage your case and help you get the justice you deserve. This service includes holding the liable party, Amazon, accountable and recovering maximum compensation for the expenses and losses you have endured. All six of our attorneys have extensive experience handling cases, and we have earned a 4.9 out of five rating with more than 530 Google Reviews.
Every client we represent deserves legal representation and advocacy that is upfront, honest, and helpful. We understand how important it is to you and your family that you secure a fair recovery based on the details of your case. Plus, we are here for our clients 24/7 through our helpline if you need answers or guidance. And as you can read from our testimonials, our clients recommend us to their family and friends when they need an injury attorney.
Additionally, we represent our clients based on contingency fees. You will receive a free consultation and never pay us upfront for our services. We only get paid when we secure compensation for you. Contact us today to learn how our Gastonia Amazon truck wreck attorney can help you.
Our Lawyers Will Pursue Personal Injury Damages for You
North Carolina law allows victims to recover compensation from the negligent party who causes an accident. In the case of a commercial truck accident, the employer is often liable. This liability means we may pursue a case against Amazon if one of their trucks or delivery vans was involved in an accident that caused you harm.
Some of the commonly recoverable damages in these cases include:
Economic Losses
These losses and damages have a definitive value based on the bills and invoices you incur following the accident. They typically include such items as:
- Medical bills for injury treatment to date
- Future medical care and support costs
- Lost income while you missed work
- Loss of earning capacity if you cannot return to your job
- Related expenses, such as rental car fees, traveling for specialist care, and renovating your home for new disabilities
Non-Economic Losses
Just as relevant to your recovery are the intangible losses you suffer to your quality of life. These items include the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Property damage if you must repair or replace your damaged vehicle
Wrongful Death Damages
If you lost a family member to a truck accident injury, a Gastonia wrongful death lawyer from our team can help. Our Gastonia Amazon truck collision attorneys represent families and estates, helping them recover the money due to them based on the details of their loved one’s accident and death.
How an Injury Lawyer From Our Team Will Determine Fault and Liability
According to Amazon, the company owns approximately 60,000 trailers for long‑haul freight in addition to many more branded delivery vans, electric delivery vehicles, and non-branded delivery trucks. You likely encounter one or more Amazon vehicles on your daily commute.
When one of the company’s drivers causes an accident, Amazon may be liable. This liability is due to the legal concept of respondeat superior. Under this common law doctrine, the employer is responsible for a worker’s negligence while they are completing work-related activities. These work-related activities include moving cargo or delivering packages.
Some reasons why a delivery driver might make a mistake behind the wheel and cause a crash could include:
- Pressure to meet tight delivery schedules
- Distracted driving, including using GPS and looking for addresses
- Frequent stops and starts in high-traffic, residential areas
- Driver fatigue from long shifts
- Inexperience in the vehicle or a lack of familiarity with the area
- Unsafe parking or U-turns to speed up deliveries
Long-haul truck drivers may also engage in speeding, careless lane changes, and distracted driving for many of the same reasons.
Our Gastonia Amazon Delivery Accident Attorney Will Build a Compelling Case
Our Gastonia truck accident attorneys will take the necessary steps to hold Amazon or another liable party accountable for an injury accident caused by one of its drivers. This could include our North Carolina team taking steps to:
- Investigate the accident, including hiring medical, reconstruction, and economic experts as needed
- Gather evidence, such as dashcam footage, the police report, and eyewitness statements
- Determine the driver’s employment status, such as a direct Amazon employee or an independent contractor, like an Amazon Flex driver
- Analyze company policies to identify unsafe practices, such as unrealistic delivery quotas or failure to train or screen drivers
- File an insurance claim or lawsuit against the liable party or parties
- Negotiate a settlement, if possible, or litigate for fair compensation
When a lawsuit is necessary, there are strict deadlines. They include:
- Three Years: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1-52 sets the deadline for injury lawsuits.
- Two Years: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1-53 gives families two years to sue for wrongful death.
You should act quickly to contact our team after your accident. We can protect your rights and begin preserving evidence right away.
Discuss Your Gastonia Amazon Truck Accident With Our Team for Free
Farmer & Morris Law, PLLC, provides a free consultation for victims hurt in Gastonia collisions. We have six attorneys and five office locations to serve both North and South Carolina. Call us today to learn how a Gastonia Amazon truck accident lawyer from our team can help to secure your fair compensation.
