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What to Do After an Accident Involving a FedEx Truck in Portland

Posted on January 17, 2022 in

Truck Accidents

Portland car accidents happen every day. Many of these incidents involve collisions between two citizen drivers. In some cases, these accidents involve a commercial delivery vehicle, such as a FedEx truck.

You may wonder what happens if you are involved in an accident with a FedEx truck. Like other motorists, a FedEx driver as well as his or her employer may be financially liable for your damages after an accident. However, pursuing compensation can be a challenge. To protect yourself and your future claim, take the following steps after the accident.

Report the Accident

First, you should report the accident to law enforcement by calling 911. If you are able, speak to the responding officer and describe how the accident occurred. Be careful to only make statements that you are certain are true. If you are unsure or do not know the answer to a question, respond “I don’t know.”

This officer will then create a police report, which will contain very important evidence that you could use to support your claim. Collect the officer’s name and badge number so that you can find this report later.

Seek Medical Attention

As soon as possible after your accident, seek medical attention. While receiving treatment, save all documents related to your injuries and care. Like the police report, your medical records will serve as valuable pieces of evidence in your FedEx accident claim.

You should always go to the doctor after a car accident, even if you do not feel hurt. Your medical records are not only vital to your future case, but failure to receive treatment could cast doubt on your injuries and impact your ability to recover compensation. To protect your interests, seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Document Evidence and Exchange Information

If you are able, document evidence at the scene of the accident. Take photographs of your injuries, vehicle damage, and the area around the collision. Save physical evidence and photograph traffic signs, signals, and the FedEx truck. Speak to any witnesses and ask for their contact information.

Briefly exchange insurance and license details with the FedEx driver. Keep your interaction brief and do not make any statements about your injuries or the accident. If you are not able to collect this information immediately after the accident, you should be able to find it on the police report.

Speak to a Portland Delivery Truck Accident Lawyer

After the accident, a representative from FedEx or the driver’s insurance company may contact you. The representative may ask you to provide a statement so that he or she could help resolve your claim. However, you should not speak to any insurance or company representative until you contact a Portland delivery truck accident lawyer.

FedEx accident claims can be very complex, especially if the company’s negligence played a role in the collision. These representatives have a duty to protect their employers and their best interests. An attorney will represent your best interests and advocate for your highest possible compensation.

To protect yourself and your future claim, speak with a Portland FedEx delivery truck accident attorney as soon as possible. After the collision, contact a lawyer to discuss your case and strategize your next steps.

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