Former Insurance Defense Attorneys Fighting for Delivery Truck Accident Victims
A delivery truck accident lawyer investigates your crash, identifies every company that may share the blame, and forces commercial insurers to pay what your injuries are truly worth. At Hernandez Sunosky, LLP, both founding partners are former insurance defense attorneys, so we know how delivery giants like FedEx, UPS, and Amazon and their insurers try to limit payouts. Our Kingwood and Houston truck accident lawyers use that insider knowledge to protect injured people across Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, and the greater Houston area.
Why Choose Hernandez Sunosky, LLP?
When you are hit by a delivery truck, you are not just dealing with a driver. You are also up against a company and its insurance team working to limit your claim. You need a law firm that understands how those cases are built and how to push back effectively. Hernandez Sunosky, LLP brings that advantage to every truck accident case.
- Both founding partners are former insurance defense lawyers who use insider knowledge of insurance tactics for injury victims
- Both attorneys are Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- More than 40 years of combined experience and membership in the American Board of Trial Advocates
- Recognized as a Tier 1 firm in the 2025 Best Law Firms edition by Best Lawyers
- Free consultations and a free crash report tool to help you understand your case
- Bilingual service for our Spanish-speaking neighbors, Se Habla Español
- No fees unless we win. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.
If you were injured in a delivery truck accident, do not wait to get answers. Evidence can disappear quickly, and insurance companies begin building their case right away. Contact Hernandez Sunosky, LLP today to find out how we can help you move forward. Our Kingwood office at 855 Rockmead Drive, Suite 303 serves clients throughout Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, and the surrounding communities.
What Makes Delivery Truck Accidents Different From Car Crashes?
Delivery drivers work under intense time pressure, racing to finish long routes before a deadline. That pressure leads to speeding, rolling stops, and rushed turns through neighborhoods full of pedestrians and cyclists. A crash involving a FedEx truck, a UPS vehicle, or an Amazon delivery van also raises a question a routine car wreck does not, starting with who actually employed the driver.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Delivery Truck Accident?
After a delivery truck accident, one of the most important questions is who can be held responsible for your injuries. The answer is not always obvious, and identifying every liable party can significantly impact the value of your claim. Depending on the facts, the following may share liability:
- The delivery driver, if distraction, speeding, or fatigue caused the crash
- The delivery company, when the driver was its employee acting on the job
- A separate contractor or logistics partner that hired and supervised the driver
- A maintenance provider that failed to keep the truck in safe condition
- Another motorist who contributed to the collision
Delivery companies often structure their operations to limit liability, especially by classifying drivers as independent contractors. Our team looks beyond those labels by examining contracts, employment records, and delivery logs to identify every responsible party and hold them accountable.
How Federal Trucking Rules Affect Your Delivery Truck Claim
Larger delivery trucks that travel in interstate commerce and have a gross weight or weight rating of at least 10,001 pounds are commercial motor vehicles under federal law, so the carrier and driver must follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules. Those rules cap a property-carrying driver at 11 hours of driving after 10 hours off duty, bar driving beyond a 14-hour window, and require a 30-minute break within the first 8 hours of driving.
Carriers must also keep a qualification file on each driver, including background and driving-record checks. When a company ignores these federal driving-time limits or other safety regulations, that violation can become strong evidence of negligence. We move quickly to preserve electronic logs, GPS data, and delivery records before they disappear.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Delivery Truck Accident?
The value of a delivery truck claim depends on the severity of your injuries and the coverage available. Commercial policies are often far larger than a typical driver’s coverage, so the insurer fights harder. Injured clients may recover compensation for economic and non-economic damages including:
- Emergency care, surgery, hospital stays, and future medical treatment
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain, suffering, and mental anguish
- Diminished quality of life and enjoyment of life
- Property damage
- Emotional distress
- Permanent impairment and disfigurement
In rare cases involving gross negligence or other egregious conduct, Texas law may also allow exemplary damages, which are meant to punish and deter the conduct. These damages are also known as punitive damages.
When a delivery crash takes a life, Texas law allows the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased to bring a wrongful death claim for losses such as funeral costs, lost support, and lost companionship.
We take the time to understand how your injuries have affected your daily life so we can pursue compensation that truly reflects your losses. We build claims that capture the full scope of your losses, not just what is immediately visible.
What Should You Do After a Delivery Truck Accident in Kingwood?
The steps you take in the first hours and days can shape your entire claim. Delivery companies often send investigators to the scene quickly, so protect yourself early. We recommend that you:
- Call 911 and get medical attention, even if you feel only shaken
- Photograph the trucks, license plates, company logos, and the scene
- Collect the names and insurance details of everyone involved
- Ask for a copy of the official crash report once it is ready
- Avoid giving a recorded statement to any insurer before you have counsel
You do not have to deal with an injury claim on your own. Let us handle the delivery company and its insurer while you focus on healing.
How Long Do You Have to File a Delivery Truck Accident Claim in Texas?
In most Texas injury cases, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a lawsuit. The same two-year deadline applies to wrongful death claims, measured from the date of death. If the injured person was younger than 18, the clock usually does not start until they turn 18, and the deadline may pause if the injured person was of unsound mind. Missing the filing deadline can permanently end your right to compensation, so speak with a lawyer well before it runs.
How Does Texas Fault Law Affect Your Delivery Truck Claim?
Texas uses a modified comparative fault rule. You can still recover damages as long as your share of the blame is 50 percent or less, but you lose the right to recover if you are found more than 50 percent at fault. When your fault is 50 percent or less, an award is reduced by your percentage of fault. Therefore, a finding that you were 20 percent responsible cuts your recovery by one fifth. Insurers know this rule and often try to shift blame onto you. As former insurance defense lawyers, we anticipate those tactics and keep the fault where it belongs.
Talk to a Kingwood Delivery Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If you or someone you love was hurt in a delivery truck crash in Kingwood, Humble, Atascocita, or anywhere in the Houston area, do not wait to get help. Contact Hernandez Sunosky, LLP for a free, no-obligation consultation and a free crash report. You pay nothing unless we win. Se Habla Español. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.
Frequently Asked Questions About Delivery Truck Accident Claims
Do I have a case if a FedEx, UPS, or Amazon driver hit me?
Possibly. If a delivery driver caused your crash, you may have a claim against the driver and the company or contractor responsible for them. The right defendant depends on who employed the driver and who controlled the route.
How much does it cost to hire a delivery truck accident lawyer?
Nothing upfront. We handle delivery truck cases on a contingency fee basis, so you owe no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is always free.
What if the delivery driver was an independent contractor?
You may still have a claim. Many delivery companies use contractors, but the business that hired, trained, or directed the driver can often be held responsible. We trace the contracts and records to identify every liable party.