When a Delivery Truck Driver Hurts You in Bryan or College Station, We Fight Back
Delivery trucks now fill the streets of Bryan-College Station, and a crash with an Amazon, FedEx, UPS, or local box truck can leave you with serious injuries and a confusing claim. More than one party is often responsible, from the driver to the delivery company to a separate contractor. A Bryan truck accident lawyer can identify every liable party and pursue full compensation on your behalf. Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group has helped injured Brazos County families recover compensation after serious collisions, and Scott is ready to take on the delivery company and its insurers for you.
Why Choose Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group?
When a national delivery company and its insurers line up against you, you need an attorney who knows how to fight back. Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group has represented injured people across Bryan, College Station, and the Brazos Valley for decades, and he brings proven trial experience to every delivery truck case.
- Scott Scherr is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by less than 2 percent of Texas attorneys
- More than 30 years of experience in Texas state and federal courts
- A record of multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for injured clients
- Serving the Brazos Valley since 1949, and one of the oldest and largest law firms in Brazos County
- Available 24/7/365, because a crash does not wait for business hours
- Bilingual service for our community, with staff who Habla Español
- No fee on contingency cases unless we recover money for you, plus free consultations
When you hire Scott Scherr, you are not just getting a lawyer who sends demand letters and waits. You are getting a board-certified trial attorney who insurance companies know is prepared to take a case all the way to a jury when a fair settlement is not on the table. That reputation changes how the other side values your claim.
Who Is Liable for a Delivery Truck Accident?
More than one party is often responsible after a delivery truck crash, and identifying each one is the key to full compensation. That is exactly where personal injury attorney Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group focuses early in every case.
The delivery driver may be liable for negligent driving, such as speeding, running a stop sign, or backing without looking. The delivery company can also be responsible when the driver was working at the time, because an employer is generally accountable for the on-the-job conduct of its employees. A separate contractor that hires and manages the driver may share blame, and so may a vehicle maker or a repair shop if a defect or poor maintenance helped cause the wreck.
How Do Amazon, FedEx, and UPS Handle Liability Differently?
The company structure behind the truck changes who you can pursue. Most UPS drivers are direct employees, so the company is usually responsible for a crash that happens on the route. Many FedEx Ground routes, by contrast, are run by independent contractors that own the trucks and employ the drivers, and FedEx may argue the contractor alone is at fault. Amazon relies on a network of delivery service partners and app-based drivers, yet it controls routes, timing, and performance in ways that can support a claim against Amazon itself. Scott Scherr and our team know these tactics and work to reach the deeper insurance behind each brand.
What Makes Delivery Truck Accidents Different?
Delivery work puts heavy vehicles on residential streets under intense time pressure. Drivers race to hit a quota, stop and start constantly, and often double-park or back into driveways near pedestrians and children. Large vans and box trucks also carry wide blind spots that hide cars, cyclists, and people on foot. During peak seasons around the holidays, longer shifts and heavier traffic push the risk even higher across Bryan-College Station.
What Federal Safety Rules Apply to Delivery Truck Drivers?
Larger delivery trucks that weigh at least 10,001 pounds and travel in interstate commerce must follow Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules. Those drivers are barred from texting behind the wheel, and they are also prohibited from using a hand-held phone while driving a commercial truck. Smaller local delivery vans below that weight follow Texas traffic laws instead.
When a distracted delivery driver ignores these rules, that violation can be powerful evidence of negligence. Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group moves fast to preserve phone records, delivery logs, and camera footage before they disappear.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Delivery Truck Crash?
A serious delivery truck collision can change your finances overnight. You may be able to recover money for medical bills, future care, lost income, and reduced earning ability, along with pain, suffering, and the lasting effects of catastrophic injuries. When a crash takes a life, surviving family members may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim of their own. As a Bryan-College Station personal injury attorney, Scott Scherr builds each claim around the full value of your losses, not the quick, low number an insurer offers first.
Talk to a Bryan – College Station Delivery Truck Accident Lawyer Today
If a delivery truck hurt you or someone you love in Bryan-College Station, do not let a national carrier and its insurer decide what your claim is worth. Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group will investigate the crash, identify every liable party, and fight for the full compensation you deserve. Contact Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group today for a free consultation. We are available 24/7/365.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a delivery truck accident claim in Texas?
Texas sets a two-year deadline, known as the statute of limitations, for most personal injury lawsuits, and the clock usually starts on the date of the crash. Evidence in delivery cases can disappear quickly, so it is wise to call Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group soon after the collision, while phone records, delivery logs, and camera footage can still be preserved.
Can I sue Amazon, FedEx, or UPS directly?
Sometimes. Whether you can pursue the company depends on how the driver was classified and how much control the company had over the work. A driver who is a direct employee usually makes the company responsible, while a contractor arrangement requires a closer look. Scott Scherr investigates the relationship to reach every available source of insurance.
What should I do after a delivery truck accident in Bryan-College Station?
Call 911, get medical care, and report the crash. If you are able, photograph the truck, any company logos, and the scene, and collect the names of witnesses. Avoid giving a recorded statement to the delivery company’s insurer before you speak with Scott Scherr at The Payne Law Group.