Serving Clients Throughout Texas 
What To Do When a UPS Truck Hits My Car
- March 28
- Evans/Reilley
- Truck Accidents
What To Do If a UPS Truck Hits Your Car
Car Accidents Are Always Stressful
The sight of a UPS truck may bring a smile to your face. If it’s heading to your house it means that your delivery is imminent. Even if you just spot one on the road, someone is likely getting something they have ordered. That’s good news, right?
Unfortunately, deliveries do not always go smoothly, and, as with most motor vehicles, sometimes accidents happen. While car accidents, in general, are upsetting, getting hit by a truck is particularly traumatizing. We have all seen the brown and yellow UPS trucks on the roads and know that they are considerably larger than our personal vehicles.
Because we live in a time where online shopping has skyrocketed, most of us take for granted the ease of ordering something on the internet and having it delivered to our front doors. The surge of e-commerce has resulted in even more delivery trucks on the road — they must keep up with the demand. Sadly, this increase in traffic impacts crash statistics. It’s simply a numbers game.
Why UPS Truck Accidents Happen
Vehicle accidents occur all of the time, for a host of reasons. Not surprisingly, accidents involving UPS trucks often involve common factors. These include, but are not limited to: driver fatigue, forgetting to engage the emergency brake, machinery problems and poor training.
The causes of these accidents can often be attributed to negligence. Thus, working with a Austin truck accident lawyer knowledgeable on UPS cases is important. They must be able to prove negligence on behalf of the driver or the company in order to get you compensated for your losses.
Actions Are Important
What To Do If a UPS Truck Hits My Car?
In life, there are things we can control . . . and things we can’t. Quite often, the key to success is to control what we can. Being hit by a UPS truck is one of these times.
In any vehicular crash, the first thing you should always do is ensure your well-being. This means that you (or your passengers) should get medical treatment, either through the emergency room or your doctor. After a crash, adrenaline tends to run high, so you may not realize you were injured until later. It is important that you seek out medical care as soon as you realize you are not feeling well.
At the scene of the accident, if you are able, take pictures with your cell phone. If you cannot, ask a bystander to do so for you. It is important to ensure that you get photos of all of the vehicles involved in the crash, their license plates, and the surrounding area.
Finally, contact a Texas personal injury lawyer experienced in handling truck accident cases. This step is critical as the legal process is complex and you want to do everything in your power to get the financial settlement you need and deserve.
As a major corporation, UPS is going to have experienced legal representation. You want the same. When you work with a legal firm with truck accident experience, they will know all the steps to take to help prove your case. They know how to approach the process, understand how UPS operates and can leverage their knowledge on your behalf.
While it may appear as if they have your best interests at heart, quite honestly, they do not. Their primary concern involves protecting their bottom line. Refer all calls to your truck accident attorney and protect yourself as the process moves forward.
Experienced Legal Counsel Can Help You Move Forward
The Value a Seasoned Attorney Can Provide
Working with a truck accident attorney is an important step to take if you have been in a crash with a UPS truck. The laws surrounding personal injury in Texas are confusing, and accidents with trucks owned by a large corporation can be complicated.
When you engage a seasoned professional you can rest assured that your documents will be filed in a timely fashion and within the required time frame of the statute of limitations (TX CPR Chapter 16). This is incredibly important, because if you miss these deadlines, you can lose the opportunity to collect damages.
Additionally, your attorney can help you determine who was negligent and who is liable. Depending upon the circumstances of your accident, you may be able to sue both the driver of the UPS truck and the company itself.
Finally, a respected personal injury attorney can ensure that you file for all of your damages. They know that in some cases, when accidents are particularly serious and injuries are severe, some medical, rehabilitation and care costs can continue throughout the course of the victim’s life. They will account for this when determining the scope of your case.
Hit By a UPS Truck?
If you are the victim of a crash with a UPS truck, reach out to the experienced truck accident lawyers at Evans/Reilley today. They are qualified professionals who know Texas law and are committed to helping those who have been injured as a result of the negligence of others.
The firm’s professionals have a reputation as strong negotiators, aggressive litigators and compassionate communicators. They appreciate the physical and emotional stress of accidents like this and are ready to go to work on your behalf. Contact them today at
Attorney Chip Evans
Chip Evans is a partner at Evans & Herlihy. Chip brings to the firm more than 20 years of experience as a trial lawyer representing Plaintiffs. It is the desire to help individuals, not corporations, that attracts Chip to this side of the docket. [ Attorney Bio ]