Amazon delivery drivers are expected to deliver a massive number of packages each day. Those numbers increase as the holiday season approaches or when the company has a large sale, such as Prime Days. So, it is not a shock when you see an Amazon delivery driver running to a door to place a package and then running back to the truck. With this required approach and speed, it can be easy for the Amazon delivery driver not to notice a loose dog in the yard or a nearby property that could be a safety threat.
If you or a loved one work out of any of these California Amazon locations as a delivery driver and were bit by a dog making a delivery, please know that Normandie Law Firm is here to help.
Our exceptional staff can be reached 24/7 to provide you with the information and answers you need to feel confident in making a complete recovery and overcoming the hardships of the dog bite incident without carrying excessive debt. In addition, our staff will assist you in booking a free consultation with a seasoned Amazon delivery driver dog bite injury lawyer to evaluate your case thoroughly. Once you have shared all the vital information, they will explain the legal merit of the case and if you have grounds for a dog bite injury lawsuit. In addition, they can answer any questions you have about opening a worker’s comp claim. But please reach out to our staff today, as there are time limits for you to take action to ensure you get the benefits and compensation you deserve.
Understanding If I Can File A Dog Bite Lawsuit
In California, a dog owner is almost always liable for any harm or damage caused by their dog. The only time they are not responsible for damage from a dog bite is when the victim of the bite is trespassing, and the dog is protecting the property, or if the victim is trying to harm the dog. As an Amazon delivery driver, you have the right to sue the dog owner for the injuries suffered when the uncontrolled dog bites you.
An added challenge can arise when the dog that bites you is a stray or is running loose. You might not be able to locate the owner. In these cases, it is always wise to open a worker’s comp case to ensure you have injury insurance coverage in case you cannot locate the dog’s owner and secure compensation for your injuries and losses via a dog bite lawsuit.
Using Worker’s Comp After An Amazon Delivery Driver Dog Bite
As a worker who was hurt while on the job, you can open a worker’s comp claim to secure coverage that will pay up to $1M per injury incident for your medical expenses. In addition, the program can provide long-term disability payments if the injuries result in partial or permanent disabilities. If the injuries prevent you from doing your job until you are completely healed, the program also offers up to 66% of your weekly income paid to you while you are off work in an effort to cover your routine living expenses like food and rent.
What Is The Average Value Of An Amazon Delivery Driver Dog Bite Lawsuit?
When filing a personal injury lawsuit such as your dog bite case, you are permitted to submit documentation to verify all of the allowable expenses you incurred due to the injuries you sustained. These items will be used to compute your compensation. Typically, the costs and losses used for this process are:
- All current and future medical expenses related to the care of your dog bite injuries
- The replacement cost of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the dog bite incident
- The cost of legal services to prepare, file, and litigate the dog bite lawsuit
- Your lost income if the dog bite injuries prevent you from working as an Amazon delivery driver until you are fully healed
If you are opening a workers comp claim and the program is paying your medical expenses and partial lost income, you cannot claim those amounts in your lawsuit. However, you can claim any remaining lost income not covered by worker’s comp and the other allowable items listed above as part of your dog bite injury lawsuit compensation.
How Long Do I Have To File My Dog Bite Injury Lawsuit?
Personal injury victims are given two years from the date of the injury incident to file a claim with the court. If the case is not filed, the victim loses the right to seek compensation via a lawsuit once the time expires. It is also critical to know that minimal exceptions will provide added time to file a lawsuit once the time limit has expired. Please get in touch with Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the time remaining to file your claim and how long it will take to prepare the case for the court.
No Upfront Legal Fees Or Expenses
When you hire Normandie Law Firm to handle your Amazon delivery driver dog bite lawsuit, we never require any upfront payments to begin our work. Our firm only gets paid after the matter is resolved, and you have the compensation needed to cover your legal costs and other expenses. In addition, if the Amazon deliver driver dog bite lawyers at Normandie Law Firm fail to win your case and get the compensation you deserve, you owe the firm nothing for its time and investment in your case. Please contact our dedicated staff today to learn more about these valuable options to resolve the hardships caused by your Amazon delivery driver dog bite injuries.
