Shipt drivers provide same-day delivery to customers around Richmond. Unfortunately, sometimes drivers who work for Shipt fail to follow the rules of the road or to act with a reasonable degree of care when making deliveries.
When delivery drivers behave unsafely, crashes can occur and victims harmed in these accidents have legal rights. Monge & Associates can represent you if you were harmed and can work to enforce your rights in the civil justice system.
To find out how a Richmond Shipt delivery accident lawyer at our firm can fight for you, give us a call or contact us online today.
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Why Choose Monge & Associates
Delivery accidents are complicated, and you need a knowledgeable legal advocate to fight for you. Monge & Associates is the right choice if you want a compassionate, aggressive legal professional with a deep knowledge of the laws applicable to delivery accidents.
You should turn to our firm because:
- We have decades of experience. We’ve been practicing personal injury law since 1993 and have very comprehensive knowledge of the Virginia laws governing car accident claims, including when delivery vehicles are involved.
- We have a history of successful outcomes. We’ve recovered over a billion dollars for our clients, and our proven track record of success shows we understand how to make your claim compelling to maximize your chances of a win.
- We have the necessary resources to build a strong claim. We can connect you with experts, obtain police reports and other evidence, and otherwise bring our considerable resources to your case to help you build the strongest claim possible.
- We care about every case: You’ll have a dedicated team working on your behalf to help you be “made whole” after your crash.
Monge & Associates has recovered billions of dollars for clients and stood up to some of the biggest insurance companies and delivery companies in the Virginia area. We know how to fight for you, and we won’t back down in your pursuit of justice.
Complex Liability Issues in Shipt Accidents
Shipt accident claims can be complicated because complex legal questions are raised when you get into a crash caused by someone who is working at the time of the incident.
Traditionally, employers are held responsible for their staff members under vicarious liability laws. These laws treat workers as agents of their employers, so the employee’s negligence is equivalent to the company’s negligence. However, Shipt drivers aren’t employees; they are independent contractors so these rules don’t apply.
Most Shipt drivers rely on their own auto insurance to cover accident losses, but Monge & Associates will help you to determine if there are other defendants you can take legal action against or if Shipt will provide any payments for your losses.
We’ll carefully evaluate the facts and circumstances of your claim to help maximize the insurance coverage available from all potential defendants.
Common Causes of Shipt Accidents in Richmond
Understanding the cause of your accident is also critical because you can take legal action against another driver who was at fault or responsible for the collision occurring.
There are many common behaviors Shipt drivers engage in that increase crash risks, and that could make them liable for losses.
In fact, some of the most common causes of Shipt accidents include:
- Fatigued driving due to delivery time pressure or excessive hours-on-duty
- Distracted driving because of unfamiliar routes, navigation system use, and app notifications
- Double parking or unsafe stopping while making pickups and deliveries
- Driver inexperience due to a lack of training, since Shipt drivers aren’t subject to the requirements applied to commercial drivers
- Challenging Richmond traffic patterns in high-traffic areas
- Adverse weather conditions that increase crash risks
The Richmond personal injury lawyers at Monge & Associates have the resources to investigate how your crash happened and can help you prove the cause so you can maximize your chances of a successful claim.
Compensation Available for Shipt Accident Victims
The compensation available for Shipt accident victims depends on the specifics of your situation, but the goal is to ensure that you are “made whole” or fully compensated following a collision occurring. This includes payment of:
- Medical bills, not just up to the time the case is resolved, but any ongoing bills for care needed for permanent injuries during the rest of your life
- Lost wages not just for time missed from work so far, but also for any vacation days, sick days, or reduced earning power going forward due to the nature of your injuries
- Pain and suffering for any discomfort you endured due to your injuries
- Emotional distress, including anxiety, PTSD, depression, and other mental health conditions, you’re likely experiencing as a result of a serious and life-changing injury
At Monge & Associates, our Richmond deliver accident lawyers have recovered billions of dollars for our clients because we understand how to prove a case and demonstrate the extent of your loss. We’ll be there from day one, helping you to gather evidence and document behaviors that strengthen your claim.
Frequently asked questions
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions you may have if you were hurt in a Shipt accident and are trying to decide whether to move forward.
How long do I have to file an injury claim in Virginia?
There is a two-year statute of limitations for negligence-related claims in Virginia, including for accidents caused by driver negligence.
Will insurance talk to me?
Insurance companies may be eager to talk to you to try to get you to accept a low settlement or to try to get you to admit to something that jeopardizes your case. Try to avoid talking to an insurance company or providing any more than very basic details until you have talked to a lawyer who can protect your interests.
How much is my Shipt accident case worth?
Every accident case is different because the goal of crash compensation is for you to be “made whole” or fully compensated for the personal losses you endured. You should be compensated for both economic and non-financial loss, and the extent of your damage will determine how much you receive.
Do you handle cases on contingency?
Monge & Associates fights for the injured and only works on contingency. Unless we win your case, you don’t pay legal fees.
Contact Our Shipt Delivery Accident Lawyers Today
A Shipt accident lawyer at Monge & Associates can help you pursue justice after an accident with a driver operating a delivery vehicle. Give us a call or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation and find out more about how we can help.
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