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There are more than 119,000 UPS trucks in operation, so it\u2019s no surprise that they\u2019re involved in...","datePublished":"2024-02-17","dateModified":"2025-06-09","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/author\/mamajustice\/#Person","name":"Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/author\/mamajustice\/","identifier":6,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e447862997b79ed22fd71bb87a11629345f26dae1c12efb64a217ade91b0f64b?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e447862997b79ed22fd71bb87a11629345f26dae1c12efb64a217ade91b0f64b?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mama-Justice-Logo-Desktop.png","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mama-Justice-Logo-Desktop.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/meet-the-mama-justice-team.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/meet-the-mama-justice-team.jpg","width":333,"height":209},"url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/4-steps-to-take-if-a-ups-driver-hits-your-motorcycle\/","about":["Truck Accidents"],"wordCount":551,"articleBody":"UPS (United Postal Service) is one of the largest package transit businesses around, with a global reach of more than 220 companies. Most people will immediately recognize a UPS truck \u2013 the large brown vans navigating your neighborhood. There are more than 119,000 UPS trucks in operation, so it\u2019s no surprise that they\u2019re involved in their fair share of accidents. In fact, the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) found that UPS had violated more than 1,800 safety regulations between 2018 and 2020. Accidents involving UPS trucks are devastating, and that\u2019s when they hit regular vehicles; UPS vs. motorcycle collisions are much more tragic.Get to SafetyMotorcycles leave riders with very little protection during collisions, which is why the injuries tend to be so much worse than when\u00a0regular vehicles\u00a0are struck by UPS trucks. However, the steps to take\u00a0following an accident\u00a0are exactly the same.If your injuries allow you to move, the first thing you need to do is get to a safe place away from the road. Once you\u2019re safe, assess your injuries and call the police. It\u2019s essential that you do not leave before they arrive.Take Pictures and Collect InformationWhile you\u2019re waiting for the police to arrive, spend time gathering information for the UPS driver (name, truck ID number, and registration). Additionally, speak to any potential witnesses and collect their details. Our lawyers will speak to them during our investigation.If you\u2019re able to access your smartphone, take pictures and videos of the scene from different angles. Failing that, ask a member of the public if they can snap a few shots on your behalf.Liaise with Police and Have a Medical AssessmentWhen the police arrive, you have to tell them exactly what happened during the accident. However, you should avoid saying anything that sounds like you\u2019ve taken responsibility including \u201cSorry\u201d or \u201cIt was my fault\u201d. Before you leave the scene, note down the incident number and make sure you pass it to our auto accident lawyers.Immediately after leaving the scene, have a thorough medical assessment to check for injuries. Even if you feel fine or don\u2019t believe your injuries are substantial enough to make a compensation claim, a medical assessment is essential because\u00a0some injuries can\u2019t be detected\u00a0at first. As with the police incident number, make sure you collect medical records for your visit.Contact a LawyerFiling for compensation is where matters become more complex, especially as you\u2019re dealing with a large business, like UPS. To get the best rate of compensation, you need our team of lawyers fighting on your behalf. We have more than 40 years of experience, allowing us to navigate business policies, communicate with insurance representatives, and defend against deflection tactics.Being struck by a UPS truck while riding a motorcycle can have a devastating and long-lasting impact on victims. Let our friendly team of lawyers take care of you, by backing your corner and offering relevant emotional support.If you or a loved one has been struck by a UPS driver, visit Mama Justice at the following locations:2005 West Main St. Tupelo, MS 38801406 Galleria Dr., Suite 7 Oxford, MS 386551671 Lelia Dr Suite B, Jackson, MS 392165100 Poplar Ave., Suite 2700 Memphis, TN 38137Or call us today for a free consultation, on (888) 805-6010."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"4 Steps to Take if a UPS Driver Hits Your Motorcycle","item":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/4-steps-to-take-if-a-ups-driver-hits-your-motorcycle\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]