Accidents Involving Delivery Drivers on the Rise: Burneikis Law Educates Bay Area Drivers

With the rapid growth of app-based food and package delivery services across the Bay Area, accidents involving delivery drivers are becoming more frequent-and more complicated. In response to the rising number of auto collisions with delivery vehicles, Burneikis Law, a personal injury firm based in Oakland, California, has published a new blog post to help injured drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists understand their rights in these increasingly common incidents. The post, titled "Accidents Involving Delivery Drivers: Who's At Fault & What to Do?", aims to clarify the often-confusing process of determining liability when a delivery worker is involved in a crash.

According to recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, delivery drivers and sales workers now face record-high accident-related injuries and fatalities, with a significant percentage of those stemming from auto accidents. These incidents frequently raise complex legal questions: Was the driver working at the time? Are their employer's insurance policies in play? What if the delivery driver is an independent contractor? Burneikis Law's blog breaks down these scenarios in plain language, walking readers through the potential fault lines and outlining what injured parties should do immediately after such an accident occurs.

"Many people assume that if a delivery driver causes a crash, the large company behind the app will be automatically liable-but unfortunately, it's not that simple," said Monica Burneikis, founder and lead attorney at Burneikis Law. "Depending on whether the driver was 'on the clock' and the way their employment is classified, responsibility can fall on different parties. Our goal is to help victims overcome confusion and take the right legal steps to protect themselves."

The blog also provides practical advice on what to do in the immediate aftermath of a crash, including gathering driver and vehicle information, identifying the employer or platform involved, and speaking with an experienced attorney before accepting any insurance settlements. As gig economy workers continue to flood roadways across the East Bay and beyond, legal clarity becomes more critical-not only for delivery drivers, but also for anyone injured in a crash with one.

"Delivery services aren't going away, and neither are the risks associated with them," Burneikis added. "We want Oakland residents and Bay Area motorists to know they have options, and they don't have to navigate these challenges alone."

The full blog post is available now at: https://burneikislaw.com/accidents-involving-delivery-drivers/

Burneikis Law
Monica Burneikis
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66 Franklin St 3rd Floor Oakland, CA 94607
https://burneikislaw.com/

Burneikis Law is a premier personal injury law firm based in Oakland, California, committed to delivering client-focused legal representation with integrity and compassion. Led by experienced accident and personal injury attorney Monica Burneikis, the firm specializes in serious injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, and traumatic brain injuries. Burneikis Law is known for its hands-on approach, clear communication, and proven track record of securing favorable results for clients throughout the Bay Area. To learn more, visit https://burneikislaw.com/

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