California Commercial Vehicle Advocates
Commercial Fleet Accident Lawyers
Hit by an Amazon van, FedEx truck, or construction vehicle? These aren't ordinary car accidents—they involve corporate defendants with million-dollar insurance policies and legal teams trained to minimize payouts. We know how to sue the company, not just the driver.
We Hold Corporations Accountable
Commercial Fleets We Handle
These companies have massive legal departments. You need attorneys who know how to fight them.
Amazon Delivery Vans
DSP contractors, Prime vans, and Amazon-branded vehicles
FedEx & UPS Trucks
Ground, Express, Freight, and contractor vehicles
Construction Vehicles
Dump trucks, cement mixers, cranes, and heavy equipment
Service & Utility Fleets
HVAC, plumbing, cable, and corporate service vehicles
Critical Differences
Why Commercial Fleet Cases Are Different
Bigger Insurance Policies
Commercial fleets carry $1 million+ in coverage—far more than the $15K-$30K on personal policies. More money is available, but corporate insurers fight harder to protect it.
Corporate Liability
You can often sue the company, not just the driver. Vicarious liability, negligent hiring, and inadequate training claims open up deeper pockets for your recovery.
Electronic Evidence
Fleet vehicles have GPS tracking, dashcams, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and telematics data. This evidence proves fault—but it gets deleted quickly if not preserved.
Hit by a Commercial Vehicle?
What to Do Right Now
Photograph the Vehicle
Get photos of the company name, logo, vehicle number, license plate, and DOT number if visible. This identifies the corporate defendant.
Call 911
A police report is critical. Officers will document the commercial vehicle and driver information you might otherwise miss.
Get Driver Information
Name, phone, employer name, and insurance. Commercial drivers often have different insurance than the vehicle owner.
Document Witnesses
Get names and phone numbers. Witnesses who saw a branded commercial vehicle cause the crash are powerful evidence.
Seek Medical Care
Commercial vehicles cause severe injuries due to their size. Get checked within 24 hours even if you feel okay.
Call Us Immediately
Fleet vehicle data gets overwritten in days. We send preservation letters within 24 hours: 800-707-0707
Corporate Litigation
Standard Approach vs. Scranton Strategy
| Legal Factor | The Insurance Approach | The Scranton Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Defendant Selection | Only sues the driver ✗ | Sues driver, company, and fleet owner ✓ |
| Evidence Preservation | "GPS data was overwritten" ✗ | Legal hold letter within 24 hours ✓ |
| Contractor Defense | Accepts "independent contractor" claim ✗ | Proves corporate control under CA law ✓ |
| Policy Discovery | Settles against driver's minimum ✗ | Audits corporate umbrella policies ✓ |
| Safety Record | Ignores company history ✗ | Subpoenas FMCSA violations & training records ✓ |
Holding Amazon, FedEx & Corporate Fleets Accountable
When an Amazon van runs a red light or a FedEx truck rear-ends you on the highway, you're not just dealing with a careless driver—you're up against a corporation with lawyers whose job is to minimize what they pay you. These companies have spent years building legal structures designed to shield them from liability.
The "Independent Contractor" Defense
If you're wondering whether Amazon is actually responsible when one of their vans hits you, the answer is: usually yes. Amazon doesn't directly employ most of its delivery drivers. Instead, it uses "Delivery Service Partners" (DSPs)—small companies that technically employ the drivers. When crashes happen, Amazon claims the driver wasn't their employee.
But here's what they don't want you to know: Amazon controls the routes, the delivery quotas, the uniforms, and even the training. Under California law, this level of control can make Amazon liable regardless of the contractor label. We know how to prove it.
Electronic Evidence Disappears Fast
One of the most common questions we hear is "how do I prove the delivery truck driver was at fault?" The answer lies in electronic evidence. Commercial vehicles are equipped with GPS tracking, electronic logging devices (ELDs), dashcams, and telematics systems that record speed, braking, and driver behavior. This data proves exactly what happened—but fleet companies routinely overwrite it within 7-14 days.
We send legal preservation letters within 24 hours of being retained, demanding that all electronic evidence be preserved before it's destroyed. This is why calling us quickly matters more in fleet cases than almost any other type of accident.
Larger Policies Mean Larger Recoveries
People often ask us why commercial fleet accidents are worth more than regular car accidents. The answer is simple: bigger insurance policies. While a typical California driver carries $15,000-$30,000 in liability coverage, commercial fleets carry $1 million or more. Amazon requires its DSPs to maintain at least $1 million in coverage. This means more compensation is available for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering—but corporate insurers will fight much harder to avoid paying it.
California's two-year statute of limitations (CCP §335.1) applies, but the critical evidence in fleet cases disappears much faster. If you've been hit by a commercial vehicle, call us today before the data is gone.
A Personal Message
"These corporations have lawyers on speed dial. Now you do too."
"Amazon, FedEx, and construction companies don't play fair. They've structured their businesses specifically to avoid liability when their vehicles hurt people. They'll blame the driver, claim he was an independent contractor, and hope you'll accept a lowball offer. My firm knows their playbook because we've been fighting them for decades. We sue the company, not just the driver—and we win."— Chris Scranton, CEO & Trial Advocate
The Scranton Process
What to Expect When You Hire Us
Free Expert Case Audit
You call us at 800-707-0707. We identify the corporate defendant, assess the available insurance, and tell you honestly what your case is worth. Response time: under 5 minutes.
Immediate Evidence Preservation
We send legal hold letters to the fleet company demanding preservation of GPS data, dashcam footage, ELD logs, driver records, and vehicle maintenance history before it's overwritten.
Corporate Liability Investigation
We investigate the employment relationship, training records, safety violations, and prior incidents to establish claims against the company—not just the driver.
Medical Care Coordination
We connect you with specialists who treat on a lien basis—you pay nothing out of pocket while your case is pending. Your recovery is our first priority.
Aggressive Corporate Negotiation
We build a comprehensive demand targeting the full corporate policy. Most cases settle here because these companies know we're prepared to take them to trial.
Maximum Recovery & Payment
We resolve all medical liens and paperwork, ensuring you receive your recovery check as quickly as possible. You pay nothing unless we win.
Expert Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Serving Northern California
Commercial Fleet Accident Lawyers Near You
From our Concord headquarters, we represent victims of Amazon, FedEx, and commercial vehicle accidents throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether your crash happened on a busy highway or a residential delivery route, we're ready to fight for you.
Common accident locations: I-680, I-580, Highway 4, Highway 24, I-80, and residential neighborhoods throughout Contra Costa and Alameda Counties
The Scranton Advantage
Why Choose Us for Your Fleet Accident Case
Main Office: 2450 Stanwell Drive, Concord, CA 94520
By Appointment: Oakland, CA • Walnut Creek, CA • Sacramento, CA
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