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UPS Truck Accident Lawyer

UPS mostly owns its trucks and employs its drivers — which makes the company itself responsible, but also gives it a large, well-funded defense team. For nearly 20 years I was on that side. Now I know their playbook, for you.

— Emanuel Galimidi, former insurance-defense attorney

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5.0 Google (80) AV Preeminent 20+ years litigating No fees or costs unless you recover Senior attorney, not a case manager

Reviewed by Emanuel Galimidi, Esq. — former insurance-defense attorney

Who is liable after a UPS truck accident in Florida?

Unlike some delivery giants, UPS largely operates an in-house fleet with drivers it employs directly. That usually makes UPS itself responsible under Florida's respondeat-superior rule for a crash caused on the job — there is often no contractor to hide behind. The tradeoff is that UPS is a large, self-insured company with an experienced claims and defense operation that moves quickly to control the narrative. You generally have two years to file in Florida (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(5)(a)), and the evidence that matters — telematics and driver records — can be overwritten, so it has to be preserved early. Going up against a well-resourced opponent is exactly the work I did for nearly two decades on the other side, and it is why I know where these cases are actually won.

The facts that matter

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Deadline to file: 2 years from the crash in Florida (Fla. Stat. § 95.11(5)(a))

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Who is liable: Usually UPS itself, as the employer of the driver

The opponent: A large, self-insured company with an in-house claims and defense team

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What it costs: Free consultation · no fees or costs unless you recover

How the network works

Who was really behind the wheel

An in-house fleet

UPS largely owns its brown trucks and employs its drivers directly, so there is usually no separate contractor — the company itself stands behind the crash.

A rapid, well-funded defense

As a self-insured company, UPS has an experienced claims and legal team that engages early. Their speed is a reason to preserve evidence and get advice quickly.

Evidence that ages out

Telematics, driver logs, and maintenance records can be overwritten or lawfully discarded over time. A prompt preservation letter helps keep the proof intact.

Florida & federal law

Who pays, and under what rules

Employer responsibility

Because UPS drivers are generally employees, UPS is usually responsible under respondeat superior for a crash caused within the scope of the job.

A self-insured opponent

Large carriers like UPS often self-insure and defend claims aggressively in-house. Knowing how that operation values and fights a claim is central to the case.

Federal FMCSA rules

Larger UPS trucks fall under federal safety regulations — hours of service, electronic logs, driver qualification, and inspections. A violation can be strong evidence of negligence.

Florida deadline & comparative fault

You generally have 2 years to file, and you can still recover if you are 50% or less at fault, with your share reducing the award.

Related pages: Truck accidents · Car accidents · Case results

Client reviews

What clients say

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“The kind of attorney everyone hopes to find — honest, thorough, dedicated. My situation didn’t even become a case, yet he patiently walked me through every option.”

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Google

“He went through all the finest details and what our various endpoints would be along with a solid strategy. I really don’t know what I would have done if it weren’t for Galimidi Law.”

— Meera Kesavan · Google

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Google

“They were very helpful, professional and always kept me updated throughout my case. They made the whole process easy and were always available to answer my questions.”

— Lana · Google

Individual results; outcomes vary by case. Reviews are from the firm’s Google and Avvo profiles and are not specific to truck cases.

Questions people ask

Frequently asked questions

Is UPS liable for a crash caused by one of its drivers?

Usually yes. Because UPS drivers are generally employees, UPS is typically responsible under respondeat superior for a crash caused on the job — there is often no separate contractor involved.

Why is suing UPS harder than it sounds?

UPS is a large, self-insured company with an experienced in-house claims and defense team that engages quickly. Facing a well-resourced opponent is exactly the kind of matchup I prepared for on the defense side.

What evidence matters in a UPS truck case?

Vehicle telematics, driver hours and qualification records, maintenance and inspection files, and internal reports. Some are kept only for limited periods, so a fast preservation letter is important.

The records a trucking company hopes you never ask for

How long do I have to file after a UPS crash in Florida?

Generally two years from the date of the crash under Fla. Stat. § 95.11(5)(a). Because key records can be overwritten, it is best to act well before the deadline.

How long do I have to file an injury claim in Florida?

Tell me what happened. The consultation is free.

You'll talk to a senior attorney who spent nearly 20 years on the other side — not a case manager. The sooner I start, the more of the record I can lock down. No fees or costs unless you recover.

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