Panel Van Accidents

A panel van is a small, enclosed delivery van. Panel vans are increasingly common on the road thanks to their utility for ecommerce businesses and delivery companies, as well as tradesmen and contractors.

Panel vans are commonly involved in accidents due to their reduced visibility and increased weight. Their obscured window make it difficult to see other drivers out of the sides or back, creating dangerous blind spots. They can also cause accidents should something fall off the back of the vehicle.

If you’re in an accident involving a panel van, it’s extremely important to seek the help of a panel van accident attorney. The experienced lawyers at 1-800-Truck-Wreck will help you avoid costly mistakes and guide you through the entire legal process.

In the aftermath of an accident, you may not use your best judgment. You may find yourself in shock, but there are three big mistakes to avoid. By steering clear of these errors, it will make it easier for you and your attorney to prove your case.

Most of us are civil and polite, and find ourselves apologizing even when it’s not our fault. Avoid using apologetic language in the aftermath of an accident. Even if you believe you’re responsible, it might not actually be your fault in the eyes of the law, but saying so can make it difficult to build a strong case later on.

Many times we assume we’ll feel the impacts of an accident immediately. Due to adrenaline, you may think you’re fine, but often that isn’t the case. In the aftermath of a panel van accident, symptoms can take a long time to manifest — whether it’s damage to the brain, to internal organs, or to the spine.

The same goes for your vehicle. You might not notice problems with your car because it looks fine on the outside. Internal damage is often hard to diagnose and could put you in danger in the future.

Don’t make the mistake of not getting a professional opinion on your health or the health of your vehicle. Act cautiously until both you and the vehicle have been checked over. You should always visit a doctor and a professional mechanic to ensure your safety on and off the road.

It’s very important to get photographic evidence of your panel van accident. You should take photos of your vehicle, photos of the vehicle that caused the accident, and photos of the road and nearby environment. All of these images can help determine what happened, such as the speeds at which each vehicle was traveling. These insights can help your panel van accident attorney greatly.

We recommend taking photos of the information below on your cell phone:

• Name of driver
• Address of panel truck company
• License plate of the panel truck
• Insurance information of the driver
• Phone number of the driver and the delivery company

If you’re in a panel van accident you need to contact the experienced lawyers at 1-800-TruckWreck. We have represented countless clients, know the intricate details of commercial accident law and dealing with insurance companies. We’re prepared to fight for you and your family to hold negligent parties accountable.