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Most Common Causes of Amazon Vehicle Accidents
Accidents involving Amazon vehicles can occur for many reasons, including the following:
- Speeding – Amazon’s Prime delivery service guarantees some of the fastest deliveries in the industry. Having to meet this deadline can cause drivers to speed and take risks that endanger other motorists.Â
- Distracted driving – Amazon drivers may look at delivery schedules, follow Amazon’s proprietary route technology, or check their cell phones for alerts. These distractions can prevent them from recognizing dangers ahead and lead to preventable accidents. Â
- Untrained drivers – Amazon drivers may have to operate vehicles they have not been properly trained to drive. Amazon may hire drivers but fail to train them or perform proper background checks.
- Shifting cargo – Packages can shift during transit, distracting drivers or falling on the roadway.Â
- Fatigued driving – Many drivers for Amazon work long hours or work as an Amazon delivery driver as a second job. This can cause drivers to operate their vehicles beyond their physical capacity, leading to dangerous accidents.Â
- Negligent maintenance – Delivery vehicles may not be properly maintained or inspected. Blown tires, worn brakes, and other mechanical issues can contribute to accidents.
An experienced Geneva truck accident attorney can investigate your case and determine how the accident happened.Â
Who Is Responsible for an Amazon Delivery Accident?
When most people are involved in an accident with an Amazon delivery vehicle, they reasonably expect Amazon will be responsible for the accident. However, Amazon often uses independent contractors to make its deliveries. This has helped insulate them from liability in many cases. So, even if the truck has an Amazon logo and the driver is wearing a uniform also emblazoned with this logo, they may not be an Amazon employee, and the company may not be legally responsible for injuries.
An experienced attorney can review the facts of your case and determine if one or more of the following parties are responsible for your injuries:
- Amazon or Amazon Logistics
- The driver
- Independent contractors
- Other motorists
- Companies that Amazon has delegated to inspect, maintain, or repair the Amazon vehicle
Amazon delivery drivers must carry Amazon Flex insurance, which provides coverage up to $1 million in the event of an accident.Â
What Evidence Can Help Prove Liability in an Amazon Delivery Accident?
Amazon vehicles often contain important technology that can help determine how an accident happened, but you may find difficulty in obtaining this evidence alone. An experienced auto accident attorney in Geneva can help gather strong evidence to prove liability, including:
- Onboard camera footage
- Event data recorders that track speed, acceleration, braking, and other information
- Delivery route schedules
- Accident reports
- Inspection and maintenance records
- Hiring records
- Witness statements
Hurt in an Amazon Accident? Contact Feagans Law Group P.C.
If you were injured in an accident involving an Amazon vehicle, Feagans Law Group P.C. is here to help. Learn more about your legal rights and options when you call for a free case review.