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My Family Was Severely Injured By a FedEx Truck, What Should I Do?
Some FedEx truck drivers cause catastrophic accidents. For you and your family, the aftermath of a FedEx truck crash may mean tragedy, loss of support, death, physical pain, impairment, medical costs, and loss of ability to work. Who will cover these damages, and how can an experienced FedEx truck attorney help prosecute your case and protect your rights?
The following five steps will help strengthen your claim against FedEx and its drivers.
1. Call the Police
If a vehicle crash leads to injuries or death, you must report the accident to the police. Not only is this your legal duty, but you’ll need the police report as a key piece of evidence for your claim.
If you can, call the police while on the accident scene, or file your report as soon as possible after the accident.
2. Gather Evidence
Time is of the essence when preserving evidence after an accident. Do your best to collect all available evidence before it’s gone. This may include:
- Photos and videos of the accident site and damages
- Detailed pictures of the FedEx truck and your vehicle, including any damage
- Witness contact information
- Video footage from local security cameras
Additionally, write down everything you can remember about the accident as soon as possible, or you may forget important details.
3. Seek Medical Attention
Seek emergency medical care for any injuries. Even if it seems you and your family feel fine, you don’t really know how serious your condition is until you go in for a checkup. See a doctor as soon as possible to rule out dangerous conditions like a traumatic brain injury, internal organ damage, or other physical injuries that may not be apparent immediately on the accident scene. Save any accident-related medical reports since your claim’s outcome may depend on these.
4. Have Caution with Insurance Company Questions
Typically, insurers require you to report an accident right after it occurs. However, be extremely careful when talking to insurers. Even innocent statements like “I’m not in a lot of pain right now” or “I should have been more careful” may work against you.
If anyone representing FedEx or the truck driver contacts you, especially if they try to pressure you to settle immediately, refuse to talk to them and do not enter any agreements before you consult a competent experienced FedEx truck attorney.
5. Choose the Right Lawyer
FedEx, one of the largest commercial trucking companies in the U.S., has a powerful team of insurers and lawyers to protect its interests. To prosecute your claim, protect your rights, and improve your chances of resolving your claim successfully, you can benefit from choosing an experienced trial attorney who knows FedEx accident cases.
The Legal Team at Scherr Law is Here to Help FedEx Truck Accident Victims
In the unfortunate event of being involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer, you may consider seeking fair compensation. Jim Scherr’s legal representation has successfully secured more than $370 million in compensation for clients who have suffered losses due to unsafe practices attributed to FedEx commercial trucks. Scherr Law has emerged as a leading advocate in the effort to hold FedEx responsible for its practices that have regrettably led to instances of severe injuries and tragic fatalities.
If you or a loved one is involved in a tragic, catastrophic, or wrongful death accident involving a tractor-trailer or a FedEx vehicle, contact the attorneys at James Scherr Law for a complimentary consultation at 1.855.SUE.FEDX.