Internet commerce is thriving, and more people are purchasing products online than ever before. Thus, the roads and highways in Louisiana are filled with delivery trucks. Delivery truck drivers do not always comply with the proper procedures for operating their trucks, however, and accidents often occur as a result. If you were injured in a delivery truck accident, you should consult an attorney regarding whether you may be able to seek damages from the person or entity responsible for your harm. New Orleans truck accident lawyer Cliff Cardone at the Cardone Law Firm can assist you with navigating the complex process of pursuing compensation following an accident.
Delivery truck accidents may occur when a driver operates a truck recklessly. A driver may drive at a speed above the posted speed limit or too fast for existing conditions, fail to use turn signals, fail to check blind spots before changing lanes, or follow too closely behind other vehicles. Delivery truck accidents can also occur when a driver parks the truck improperly and blocks lanes of traffic, thereby requiring drivers to veer into other lanes or obstructing the vision of oncoming motorists. Distracted driving, impaired driving, and driver fatigue are also key causes behind delivery truck accident cases.
If you were involved in an accident caused by a delivery vehicle, you will need to get help from an attorney to seek compensation. Whether you sustained severe injuries or no injuries at all, due to the legal complexity of these cases, it’s a good idea to get legal assistance.
Collisions involving delivery trucks differ from some accidents in that the delivery truck driver is typically driving on behalf of an employer when the accident occurs. Thus, in many cases, not only may the driver be held liable for the harm caused by the accident, but the driver's employer may be held liable as well. Trucking companies, businesses, repair teams, and manufacturers could all be at play in liability for truck accident claims.
Regarding a driver's liability, in most cases, the injured person and their attorney will allege a negligence claim. Negligence is composed of four elements: a duty, a breach, causation, and damages. In other words, the plaintiff must show that the driver had a duty to operate the truck reasonably and safely and that the driver's actions departed from the duty, resulting in a breach. The plaintiff must not only show that a breach occurred but also show that the accident would not have occurred without the driver's breach. Lastly, the plaintiff must show that the accident caused them to suffer damages that can be quantified.
If the driver was working for an employer at the time of the delivery truck accident, the employer may be held accountable for the harm caused by the accident as well. For example, if the driver is deemed negligent, the employer may be found vicariously liable for the driver's negligence. The employer may be held directly liable as well, under a theory of negligent hiring or supervision, if the employer knew or reasonably should have known that the driver was likely to cause harm to others.
If the accident was caused by a defect in the truck, the entities that manufactured and distributed the truck or the party that performed maintenance on the truck may be responsible for the accident. Regardless of who is at fault for an accident, if the victim can establish liability, they may be awarded compensation for their economic losses, such as medical bills, property damage, and lost earnings, as well as damages for the pain and suffering caused by the accident.
Car accidents with delivery vehicles can cause serious injuries, ranging from cuts and bruises to traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord damage. If another party was at fault for your crash, you may be able to recover compensation for all of the damages you’ve suffered. After these serious accidents, the key types of compensation you may be owed include economic and non-economic damages:
If you’ve been injured or lost a loved one in an accident with a commercial truck, you need an experienced attorney by your side to prove fault, seek full and fair compensation, and hold the responsible parties liable through the legal process. Here at Cardone Law Firm, our legal team has a proven track record of representing victims of truck accidents in the New Orleans area. You can count on us to determine liability and hold the right company responsible for the harm you’ve faced.
Delivery truck drivers provide an essential service, but if they do not operate their trucks carefully, they can cause substantial harm. If you suffered injuries in a delivery truck accident, you should find out about your potential claims. Attorney Cliff Cardone can advocate aggressively on your behalf to help you pursue the full amount of compensation that you may be able to recover. We can gather evidence essential to your case, including witness statements and police reports. Our team can make all the difference for your case.
Mr. Cardone has an office in New Orleans, and he assists truck accident victims in communities throughout Louisiana. Phone Cardone at 866-692-5269, or use our online form to schedule a confidential and free consultation.
Copyright © 2025 Cardone Law Firm
Powered by
Cobalt Digital Marketing
