Manhattan Delivery Accident Lawyers

Delivery Driver Accident Lawyers in Manhattan, NY

Previously, New Yorkers could only use Fed-Ex, UPS, or the United States Postal Services for online deliveries. But now, Amazon’s 2-day shipping is also an option. In the past, only a few types of food like pizza and Chinese food were available for delivery, but now we have more choices with services like GrubHub, UberEats, Postmates, and others. Delivery services have made it possible to easily order anything from restaurant meals to groceries using your smartphone. But with the rise in delivery services has also led to an increase in accidents involving delivery drivers.

If you were involved in a collision with a delivery driver and got injured, you are entitled to fair compensation. Don’t let insurance company disputes stop you from getting what you deserve. A skilled Manhattan delivery accident lawyer can guide you through the process and help you receive full compensation for all damages. Reach out to Rosenberg & Rodriguez now for a complimentary consultation and more information on the assistance we can offer.

What Causes Most Delivery Driver Accidents?

During rush hour, the streets of New York City are often very crowded. Delivery orders from companies like Amazon and DoorDash have worsened the situation, with drivers under pressure to deliver on time or risk punishment, even losing their jobs. As a result, some of these drivers have been driving recklessly on the roads. Visitors to the city should be aware of this.

• Speeding to reach a pick-up or drop-off location on time
• Becoming distracted by messages from customers, app notifications, or GPS
• Cruising around for more food delivery orders and glancing at their phones for updates
• Not checking blind spots or making sure a crosswalk is clear before turning
• Failing to use their turn signals or dangerously crossing multiple lanes of traffic to reach an exit

Many delivery companies, including food and Amazon, are hiring new drivers to meet the high demand. However, some of these drivers are not receiving proper training and evaluation, which is resulting in difficulties navigating the streets of New York City and delivering orders on time. To become a food delivery driver, the only requirements are usually a background check to ensure a clean record regarding traffic collisions and criminal behavior, but this does not evaluate driving skills.

Delivery Driver Insurance Policies

Typically, personal auto insurance policies do not provide coverage for accidents that happen while using your car for retail delivery. In such a case, you might have to make a claim against the delivery company’s liability policy. However, some delivery companies may try to limit their legal responsibility, which means that there could be multiple insurance policies involved in case of a collision with a delivery driver. Depending on the scenario, not all of these policies may be applicable.

The Driver’s Personal Auto Insurance

If the driver involved in the accident was making a delivery when it occurred and is only covered by personal auto insurance, their insurance may not cover the damages. In this case, you might need to file a claim with the delivery company’s insurance which usually has higher policy limits. However, if the driver was not making a delivery during the accident, their personal auto insurance would likely cover the damages.

The Delivery Company’s Insurance

If a company’s employee or contractor caused you injury during a delivery route, you might be able to obtain compensation from the company’s insurance provider. Whether or not you’re eligible for compensation will depend on numerous factors, including when and how the accident occurred and if the delivery company holds a liability policy for contractors. Background checks are typically required for potential employees by these companies, and if it’s discovered that the driver was unqualified, you may have a negligent hiring claim.

Third-Party Delivery Companies

Companies such as Amazon usually depend on third-party delivery services across the country for managing their delivery routes. This is primarily done to transfer the responsibility from Amazon and is mentioned in their contracts. Therefore, if an accident occurs due to an Amazon delivery driver, the third-party employer may be held accountable for the damages, rather than Amazon. But, companies are typically obligated to have enough commercial auto accident insurance to cover your claims in case their driver is responsible for the accident.

Your Uninsured Motorist Insurance

If you can’t determine whether the driver’s personal insurance or the company’s insurance should be held responsible, and you have uninsured motorist coverage, it may be a good idea to file a claim with your insurance company.

A Combination

If the cost of repairing your vehicle is more than what the driver’s insurance covers, we may be able to get more money from the delivery company’s insurance to pay for the rest.