DHL identifies itself as “the undisputed global leader in international express shipping.” That is an impressive designation, but it does not mean DHL or its drivers are above the law. If you are hurt in a DHL truck accident, protect your injury-victim rights and fight for compensation with help from a Walterboro delivery truck accident lawyer from Shelly Leeke.
Our team has secured six- and seven-figure awards for deserving clients, and we will fight to get you the highest award possible for your situation. Connect with an experienced Walterboro DHL truck accident lawyer as soon as you can following your accident. We are ready to get to work for you.
Identifying the Liable Party
Determining the cause and identifying the party responsible for your accident is a critical step in your injury case. Your Walterboro truck accident lawyer will take a deep dive into your accident circumstances to find out exactly what happened and who is to blame.
There are a variety of possible liable parties in a DHL truck accident case, including:
- The company driver.
- An independent contractor.
- DHL, the company.
- A truck inspector or mechanic.
- A vehicle part manufacturer or installer.
- A government office.
- Another third-party driver.
Our Walterboro personal injury lawyer knows what types of evidence are most convincing and has the resources, including relationships with accident reconstructionists, to collect that evidence.
Commercial truck drivers and companies must comply with strict regulations established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and all drivers must follow the rules of the road and avoid unsafe driving behaviors. Inspectors and mechanics must conduct thorough vehicle inspections and repairs–also upholding FMCSA regulations–to ensure the trucks are safe for travel. Government offices responsible for keeping roads in travel-safe conditions and streetlights and traffic signals operating properly may hold liability if they fail in these duties.
DHL Accident Complexities
Not every DHL truck is operated by a DHL employee. Some DHL couriers are actually independent contractors. It can be challenging for victims to know who to file their claim against and what insurance company is responsible for providing compensation.
A Shelly Leeke Walterboro DHL truck accident attorney will untangle the complexities of your case so you can demand accountability. We are capable of taking on any negligent party–whether that party is a well-represented major company like DHL or an independent contractor’s insurance representative. We will come to the negotiating table or the courtroom armed with solid evidence, comprehensive knowledge of the law, and confidence.
Your Attorney Will Fight for the Best Case Outcome Possible
Victims often see their injury cases resolved through negotiations. Their attorneys quantify the victims’ losses and send a settlement-amount demand to the at-fault party’s representation. The other side typically responds with a lower offer, and negotiations continue until opposing sides come to an agreed-upon settlement.
All members of the Shelly Leeke team are skilled, strategic negotiators. We are not easily swayed by intimidation tactics and fight aggressively for your financial justice. That said, sometimes negotiations fail–the other side may stall the process or consistently offer too-low amounts.
If your case negotiations are unproductive, your DHL truck accident attorney in Walterboro will present you with your options, clearly informing you of the pros and cons of settling versus going to court. Should you choose to fight in court, you can depend on your attorney for fierce representation at each proceeding. Our goal is to get you the highest compensation possible, and we are ready to fight for it around the negotiating table or in the courtroom.
South Carolina Laws and Your DHL Accident Case
State laws present another reason you need a lawyer for a South Carolina truck accident claim. Your attorney will sort through your case complexities and fight for high compensation but will do so within South Carolina’s legal parameters. This compliance can protect your day in court and your settlement amount.
Your attorney knows how to file a truck accident claim in South Carolina, starting with filing the claim on time. South Carolina Code 15-3-530 stipulates a three-year statute of limitations for filing an injury claim with the court, and failure to meet this deadline may lead to a case dismissal. However, if you think you have missed the deadline, do not give up hope without speaking to an attorney–some circumstances allow for deadline extensions.
SC code Section 15-38-15 only allows victims to file a claim for damages if they are less than 50% responsible for the accident leading to those damages. DHL’s representatives or any other at-fault party will fight to put as much blame for the accident on you as possible to avoid paying you compensation or to reduce their payout. If you are less than 50% to blame but bear a smaller percentage of fault, your compensation is reduced in proportion to your level of fault.
Damages Available
Your attorney will challenge accusations leveled against you and work to see you justly compensated for your losses. We cannot guarantee a settlement or trial award amount as each case is unique, but we will see to your financial losses recovered and your emotional suffering acknowledged.
The damages you collect from a truck accident often include:
- Costs of medical care and future medical expenses.
- Lost wages during your recovery period and continued lost wages if injuries keep you from working permanently.
- Property, such as your car, damaged or wrecked in the accident.
- Other financial costs prompted by the incident.
- Physical pain and disfigurement.
- Emotional trauma and your decreased enjoyment of life.
Our Walterboro DHL Truck Accident Lawyer Gets Results
Shelly Leeke is here for DHL truck accident victims and all South Carolinians hurt by someone else’s negligence. As an Injury victim, you have suffered enough and should not have to also bear the financial burden and uncertainty caused by the at-fault party’s wrongful actions.
Connect with a DHL truck accident lawyer in Walterboro to move toward the financial recovery and justice you deserve. Our team has the experience, knowledge, and resources needed for a successful case outcome. We fight hard, and we get results.
