If a delivery truck driver's negligence caused your injuries, you need skilled legal representation to protect your rights. At Fellows Hymowitz Rice, our New City truck accident attorneys have successfully represented countless victims of commercial vehicle accidents throughout New York. With over 100 years of combined experience, we understand the complexities of truck accident cases and know how to hold delivery companies accountable.
Our legal team handles all types of delivery truck accidents, including collisions involving UPS, FedEx, Amazon, DHL, and independent contractors. We fight tirelessly to secure the financial compensation you need to cover medical bills, lost wages, and other damages resulting from your truck crash.
Our New York truck accident lawyers investigate each crash thoroughly to identify negligent actions.
Delivery drivers often work extended shifts, starting early in the morning, to meet delivery quotas. Severe fatigue impairs judgment and reaction time, making tired drivers as dangerous as impaired ones. Some exhausted drivers even fall asleep behind the wheel, causing catastrophic accidents.
A typical delivery van weighs over 10,000 pounds and handles differently than passenger vehicles. Some companies put inexperienced drivers behind the wheel without proper training on maneuvering these bulkier vehicles, managing blind spots, or navigating tight New City streets.
Delivery trucks endure heavy use, requiring regular maintenance to remain roadworthy. Worn brakes, balding tires, faulty mirrors, and mechanical failures caused by neglected maintenance frequently contribute to truck accidents. Companies that prioritize speed over safety often skimp on vehicle upkeep.
Modern delivery drivers juggle multiple tasks, including scanning packages, checking GPS devices, and managing delivery apps. This divided attention takes their focus off the road, increasing the risk of collisions with other vehicles and pedestrians.
Pressure to complete deliveries quickly pushes some truck drivers to speed, run red lights, or make aggressive maneuvers. These reckless behaviors significantly increase the likelihood of accidents and the severity of injuries.
Large delivery trucks have substantial blind spots on all sides. Drivers who fail to check mirrors properly before changing lanes or turning often strike motorcycles, bicycles, or smaller vehicles they cannot see.
Overloaded trucks or improperly secured cargo can shift during transit, causing drivers to lose control. Cargo pressuring drivers from behind or items flying from vehicles create hazardous conditions for everyone on the road.
Our New City truck accident attorneys handle collisions involving various commercial vehicles:
Each type of delivery vehicle presents unique challenges in truck accident cases, particularly regarding liability and insurance coverage.
The size and weight of commercial trucks mean that accidents involving delivery vehicles often result in catastrophic injuries. Our truck accident victims frequently suffer:
Head trauma from delivery truck accidents ranges from concussions to severe brain damage requiring lifelong care. These injuries affect cognitive function, memory, and personality.
Damage to the spinal cord can result in partial or complete paralysis. Victims may face permanent disability, requiring wheelchair ramps, vehicle modifications, and extensive medical treatment.
The force of truck collisions frequently causes multiple fractures, such as ribs, pelvis, arms, legs, and facial bones. Complex fractures often require surgical intervention and prolonged rehabilitation.
Blunt force trauma from delivery truck crashes can damage vital organs, causing internal bleeding and life-threatening complications requiring emergency surgery.
Whiplash, torn ligaments, and muscle damage are common in delivery vehicle accidents. While sometimes dismissed as minor, these injuries can cause chronic pain and long-term limitations.
Truck fires following crashes or chemical spills from cargo can cause severe burns requiring skin grafts and extensive treatment.
In the most severe accidents, victims may lose limbs either at the scene or through necessary surgical amputation afterward.
Tragically, some delivery truck accidents prove fatal, leaving surviving family members to pursue wrongful death damages for their devastating loss.
Taking the right steps immediately after an accident involving a delivery truck protects both your health and legal rights:
The insurance company for the trucking company will begin investigating immediately. Having your own NYC truck accident lawyer levels the playing field.
Commercial vehicle accidents often involve multiple responsible parties beyond just the truck driver. Our New York truck accident attorneys investigate thoroughly to identify everyone who should be held accountable.
If the delivery driver operated negligently, through speeding, distraction, fatigue, or traffic violations, they bear primary responsibility for the truck crash.
Delivery companies can be liable for their employees' actions under vicarious liability. Additionally, trucking companies may face direct liability for:
Some delivery services use independent contractors rather than direct employees. Companies like Amazon often contract with third-party delivery companies, complicating liability. However, New York law's strong vicarious liability provisions usually hold companies accountable regardless of employment classification.
If mechanical failure or defective vehicle components contributed to the accident, manufacturers may share liability in product liability claims.
When improperly loaded or secured cargo causes accidents, the company responsible for loading the delivery truck may be liable.
If third-party mechanics performed negligent repairs or maintenance, they may share responsibility for resulting accidents.
Poor road conditions, missing signage, or malfunctioning traffic signals maintained by government entities can contribute to truck accidents, potentially making municipalities liable.
The New York truck accident lawyer teams at Fellows Hymowitz Rice conduct comprehensive investigations, leveraging the expertise of accident reconstruction specialists and industry experts to establish fault in complex cases.
If you suffered severe injuries in a delivery truck accident, you may be entitled to substantial financial compensation covering:
Experienced truck accident lawyers carefully calculate both current and future damages to pursue fair compensation that addresses all your losses.
New York law imposes strict time limits for filing personal injury claims following delivery truck accidents:
Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your right to compensation, regardless of how strong your case is. Our truck accident attorneys ensure all filings are made within the proper timeframes.
Attempting to handle a truck accident claim alone puts you at a significant disadvantage against well-funded trucking companies and their insurance providers.
Our attorneys understand the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations, New York traffic laws, and industry standards applicable to commercial vehicles.
We work with medical experts and economists to calculate the full value of your claim, including future medical expenses and lost earning capacity, which many victims overlook.
Our legal team has access to accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and investigators who gather and preserve evidence in support of your truck accident case.
Insurance adjusters know how to minimize settlements. Our NYC truck accident lawyer team negotiates aggressively to secure fair compensation and won't accept lowball offers.
If insurance companies won't negotiate fairly, we're fully prepared to take your case to court. Our trial experience motivates insurers to settle reasonably.
Truck accident claims involve extensive documentation, including medical records, accident reports, insurance forms, and legal filings. We manage all paperwork accurately and timely manner.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront and we collect fees only if we secure compensation through a settlement or a verdict.
Dealing with a personal injury claim while recovering from serious injuries is overwhelming. Let us handle the legal battles while you focus on healing.
We can help you understand your rights. Get a free case evaluation today and find out whether you're eligible for financial compensation.
Fellows Hymowitz Rice provides comprehensive legal representation throughout every stage of your truck accident case:
We begin investigating your accident immediately, preserving evidence before it disappears. Time is critical in truck accident cases.
Our team examines police reports, truck driver logs, vehicle maintenance records, electronic data from the truck, witness statements, and all available evidence.
We engage accident reconstruction professionals, medical experts, and industry specialists who provide testimony supporting your claim.
We handle all communications with the insurance company and opposing counsel, protecting you from tactics designed to minimize your recovery.
If settlement negotiations fail to produce fair compensation, we're prepared to take your case to trial and fight for your rights before a jury.
Every truck accident victim faces unique circumstances. We tailor our legal strategy to your specific situation and goals, keeping you informed throughout the process.
Our attorneys bring over 100 years of combined legal experience to every truck accident case, with extensive knowledge of personal injury law and trucking regulations.
We have successfully recovered millions of dollars for truck accident victims throughout New York, securing substantial settlements and verdicts in complex cases.
Truck accidents don't happen on a schedule. We're available around the clock to address your needs and answer your questions.
You pay nothing unless we win your case. Our contingency fee basis ensures everyone can access quality legal representation regardless of financial circumstances.
We have access to top accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and expert witnesses who strengthen your case.
Your recovery and well-being are our top priorities. We provide compassionate support while aggressively pursuing the compensation you deserve.
As a firm deeply rooted in New City and Rockland County, we understand local courts, procedures, and the challenges facing accident victims in our community.
You're never just a case number. Our legal team provides individualized attention, taking time to understand how the accident has impacted your life.
Widely regarded as one of the region’s most successful plaintiff’s attorneys, Rob Fellows is the firm’s managing partner.
Steve Hymowitz is experienced in serving people who need help, but who do not have the resources to fight the big insurance companies on their own.
Regarded as one of the most passionate trial attorneys to litigate complex high-exposure personal injury matters in the tri-state area, Matthew “Matt” Rice possesses an unequaled fire and drive to succeed for his clients.
Joanne concentrates her practice on negligence, personal injuries, construction accidents, and medical malpractice law.
Margaret is a seasoned negotiator, expert in civil dispute resolution, with extensive experience handling homicide cases.
Jake is a dedicated, hardworking, and compassionate attorney with a unique perspective shaped by his experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants.
Fellows Hymowitz Rice proudly represents Amazon truck accident victims throughout New York State, including:
Contact us now to protect your rights after a delivery truck accident. The insurance provider for the trucking company is already building their defense. Our team is ready to take on your case and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
