Nashville Delivery Truck Accident Attorneys

Delivery Truck Accident Lawyers in Nashville

Delivery trucks regularly deliver food, furniture, household products, musical instruments, and commercial products to residences and businesses throughout Nashville. At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we hold delivery truck drivers and their employers accountable when they place their delivery schedules ahead of your safety. Our Nashville delivery truck accident lawyers demand compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. We have obtained more than $250 million for our personal injury clients. Call us now to demand the compensation you deserve for any type of delivery accident.

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"When I was a teenager, Dad got hurt. Insurance company wouldn't pay. We lost our house. But, Dad got a lawyer and we got justice. That's the moment I decided to become an attorney. As a lawyer, I have dedicated my life to helping injury victims."

~ Rocky

What are the different types of delivery drivers in Nashville?

Delivery trucks include trucks that make deliveries to local fulfillment centers, homes, businesses, apartments, and any place where people live and work. Some of the companies that have their own delivery trucks or hire delivery drivers include:

  • FedEx
  • Amazon
  • Walmart
  • Local retail and furniture stores
  • Local restaurants, pizza-delivery services, and other food businesses
  • Uber, Grubhub, DoorDash, and other food delivery services
  • Many other sellers and distributors of any type of merchandise

Delivery trucks include box trucks, cargo vans, flatbed trucks, refrigerator (reefer) trucks, garbage trucks, step vans, tankers, and tow trucks.

What types of accidents do delivery drivers in Nashville cause?

At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we handle every type of truck accident case. Some of the accidents that involve delivery trucks include:

  • Head-on crashes
  • Broadsides/T-bone accidents
  • Rear-end collisions
  • Intersection accidents
  • Rollover accidents
  • Single-vehicle accidents
  • Multi-vehicle accidents

Why do delivery drivers cause accidents in Nashville?

Our Nashville delivery truck accident lawyers have the experience and working relationships to show why accidents happen and why accidents are preventable.

Some of the many reasons delivery drivers cause accidents include:

  • Time pressures. Many delivery companies and retailers make same-day and short-time frame delivery promises that consumers will receive their products quickly, sometimes within a few hours. These schedules often pressure drivers to speed and drive while tired, increasing the risk of a serious accident.
  • Lack of geographical knowledge. Virtually every delivery driver relies on their GPS to know what roads to take and where their destination is. Continually looking at a GPS and confusion about where their destinations are increases the risk of truck accidents.
  • Blind spots. Delivery trucks generally have poor sight lines. Most drivers rely on their mirrors and the latest video technology to see the sides and the rear of their trucks. The need to constantly change lanes and make turns increases the risk of blind spot collisions.
  • Driver fatigue. Many delivery drivers work long hours and late into the night. Tired drivers cannot anticipate and respond to emergencies in a timely and proper manner.
  • Poor maintenance. Many delivery companies fail to inspect and repair their delivery vehicles when they should. Vehicles that need repair should be taken off the road immediately.
  • Other causes. Some of the other reasons delivery truck accidents happen in Nashville include:
    • Cargo that is not secured properly or moves during transit
    • Speeding and other Tennessee traffic violations
    • Merging and passing improperly
    • Defective delivery truck parts

What injuries do delivery truck accidents cause?

At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we handle every type of serious injury, including catastrophic and permanent injuries. We are ready to represent you if you have:

  • A traumatic brain injury
  • A traumatic amputation/loss of limb
  • Burn injuries
  • Fractures/broken bones
  • Nerve or muscle damage
  • Tissue, tendon, or ligament damage
  • Internal bleeding or internal organ damage
  • Neck, shoulder, or back pain
  • Heart failure
  • Loss of vision or hearing
  • Lacerations
  • Scarring and disfigurement
  • Emotional trauma
  • Any other type of serious injury

We also represent families if a close relative dies in a delivery accident.

Who is responsible for a delivery truck accident?

At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we understand the unique challenges in determining who is liable for your injuries or the death of your loved one.

We file negligence claims against:

  • The truck driver
  • The owner of the truck or the truck driver’s employer – such as Amazon, FedEx, Walmart, any retailer, route owners, or any independent truck companies
  • Any other drivers
  • A loading company
  • Repair and maintenance companies
  • The manufacturers of defective truck parts
  • Any other responsible parties

Our Nashville truck accident lawyers also understand which insurance coverage applies to your claim. Depending on whether the driver was on duty, the driver’s employment status, and other factors, your damages may be paid by:

  • Your own MedPay insurance up to the policy limits, which covers you regardless of the fault of any other people or businesses
  • The delivery driver’s insurance
  • The insurance of the employer or owner of the truck
  • The insurance of other responsible parties
  • Your uninsured/underinsured policy

How much is my delivery accident claim worth in Tennessee?

Our Nashville delivery truck accident lawyers demand compensation for all your financial and personal damages from the date of the accident for as long as you are suffering. We seek compensation for your:

  • Medical bills. These expenses include emergency transportation, EMT and ER care, surgeries, hospital stays, care from specialists and your family doctors, rehabilitative care, psychological counseling, medications, and assistive devices and technology such as prosthetics and wheelchairs.
  • Income loss. This amount includes lost wages, earnings, and benefits – for as long as you cannot work.
  • Physical pain and emotional suffering. We demand compensation for every day and every way you hurt, are anxious, depressed, or suffer.
  • Property damages. We seek compensation to repair or replace your vehicle and any other property damage.
  • Scarring and disfigurement. We seek compensation when your injuries cause loss of confidence and self-esteem.
  • Other losses. These include the loss of bodily function, inability to enjoy life, and loss of consortium (enjoyment of marital relations).

We also seek punitive damages if the conduct of any party was especially egregious, such as if a driver was under the influence of alcohol or a truck owner failed to replace bald tires.

Our lawyers will answer all your questions and guide you through each phase of your claim.

Do you have a Nashville delivery truck accident lawyer near me?

Rocky McElhaney Law Firm has two offices in Nashville and East Nashville: one at 545 Mainstream Dr., Suite 105 and one at 615 Main Street, B21. If you are physically unable to come to our offices, we can make home and hospital visits. You can also speak with us by phone and through video consultations.

We have your back and are ready to guide you through this difficult time.

Contact our accomplished Nashville delivery truck accident lawyers today

We understand how scared and upset you are. At Rocky McElhaney Law Firm, we have helped many people like you obtain strong awards and settlements. Call our Nashville truck accident lawyers now or complete our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle truck accident claims on a contingency fee basis. Our team fights for clients in Nashville, East Nashville, Hendersonville, Clarksville, and Murfreesboro.