Boulder Amazon Delivery Accident Attorney

Amazon established its delivery service partner program relatively recently in 2018. Since that time, the company has gone on to establish over 3,000 delivery service partners (DSPs) across the United States. More than 2.9 million drivers have downloaded the Amazon Flex app, allowing them to deliver packages for the company similar to drivers who work for Uber.

Needing to deliver more than 6 billion packages every year for the world’s largest retailer puts a tremendous strain on these drivers, who are sometimes responsible for delivery accidents.

If you were injured in an accident involving an Amazon vehicle or suspect the at-fault driver was delivering packages at the time of the incident, reach out to a Boulder car accident lawyer for legal advice and assistance — call (720) 863-6006 today.

Common Causes of Amazon Delivery Accidents

Amazon revolutionized the retail industry by adopting a delivery model that allowed the company to get online orders to customers within 24 hours. While this is convenient for customers, it has put a tremendous strain on its workers, pushing its drivers to dangerous extremes.

Amazon workers have some of the highest injury rates of all workers. Drivers deliver between 170 and 350 packages per shift, putting tremendous pressure on them to make deliveries faster and under dangerous conditions.

Some of the factors that can contribute to Amazon accidents include:

• Speeding – Amazon delivery drivers have a lot of packages to deliver, so they sometimes speed to try to meet the tight scheduled deadlines. Driving at high speeds makes it more difficult to brake in time to avoid a collision and more likely for serious injuries and fatalities to occur if a collision results.
• Distractions – Amazon drivers may use the app to check their next delivery, input details into a GPS, check delivery route technology, or answer calls while working. Distracted drivers are more likely to cause accidents because their reaction times are slowed.
• Inexperienced drivers – Drivers may lease vans or trucks for deliveries or take a driving job as an after-school job. This may make them ill-equipped to handle the vehicle and technology required to fulfill the role.
• Fatigued driving – Amazon drivers often work long shifts. Many people take this type of job to supplement their income, so they may already be tired from their primary job. Drowsy driving mimics symptoms of impaired driving, including slowed reaction times, blurry vision, and compromised judgment.
• Unsafe driving – Making deliveries can be a nerve-racking experience. Drivers may miss their stop and suddenly brake or reverse, making their movements unpredictable. They might get impatient and weave dangerously through traffic. Violating safety rules can result in tragic accidents with these dangerous drivers.

Financial Compensation for Amazon Delivery Truck Accidents

If you were injured in an accident caused by an Amazon delivery driver, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages you sustained, such as:

• Past, current, and future medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Reduced earning capacity
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional anguish
• Decreased quality of life

The first step you can take to recover compensation for your damages is to contact an experienced Boulder personal injury attorney.

Contact Our Boulder Amazon Delivery Accident Lawyer Today

If you were injured in an accident caused by an Amazon delivery driver, let the dedicated legal team at Daniels & Scriven, P.C. demand fair compensation for your claim. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.