Who Pays If an Amazon Semi-Truck Injures Me?

 Posted on February 07, 2025 in Truck Accidents

A recent news report claims that Amazon freight carriers have been involved in more than 48 crashes in the last two years; at least 57 people lost their lives in those crashes. It was also reported that Amazon middle-mile contractors have an extremely high number of unsafe driving violations.

Who is liable if an Amazon truck injures or kills someone? What makes these cases complicated? A board-certified Dallas County, TX truck accident lawyer can identify the liable party and fight to help you get the compensation you deserve. Se Habla Español.

Who Pays Damages in an Amazon Crash?

You might think that Amazon or the driver is always responsible for a crash. While this is sometimes true, we need to investigate several factors before we can tell you who is liable for paying your damages. In fact, several parties could share the blame. Amazon, a third-party carrier, the truck driver, the truck’s owner, mechanics, cargo loaders, and parts manufacturers could be at fault. Once we uncover all the details, we can help you pursue all avenues of compensation.

The Details Matter

Amazon owns more than 40,000 branded tractor-trailers and 30,000 vans, but other carriers may contract loads of Amazon freight. Whether an accident is caused by a semi, box truck, or delivery van, if the vehicle that hit you is owned and operated by Amazon, you can likely file a claim against the global giant.

However, Amazon consistently uses third-party contractors to transport and deliver loads. These contractors may lease or own their vehicles, and their workers might be employees or contractors.

You may wonder how this information applies to Amazon truck crash liability. Company-owned vs. leased vehicles and employee vs. contractor status are important factors to consider. For instance:

• Whoever owns the truck could be liable if it is unsafe to drive.

• Employers have more control over employees, as opposed to contractors.

• Third-party contractors are responsible for their own hiring, training, and supervision.

• Amazon does not necessarily supervise contractors, making it challenging to hold the company liable for a contractor’s errors.

We know this is confusing, but we can explain it more thoroughly when we discuss your case. The important thing to remember is that if you hope to collect full damages, you need to choose an attorney who understands the applicable laws and has won this type of case.

Request a Free Case Review With Our Experienced Dallas, TX Truck Accident Lawyer

If an Amazon truck accident has injured you, working with a knowledgeable Irving, TX personal injury attorney is essential. At Jerry D. Andrews, P.C., we have extensive experience handling and winning complex cases like these. You can schedule your complimentary consultation online or by calling us at 214-221-5800. We take cases on a contingency basis, meaning you will not pay fees unless we win your case.