Amazon Flex drivers deliver packages using their own vehicles, offering quick service to customers but creating legal gray areas when accidents happen. If an Amazon Flex driver collides with your car or injures you, understanding liability is key to protecting your rights in California.
How Amazon Flex Works
- Independent Contractors: Flex drivers aren’t traditional Amazon employees they’re independent contractors using personal vehicles.
- Limited Oversight: Amazon sets delivery schedules and routes but does not directly control every aspect of a driver’s work.
- Insurance Layers: Drivers are required to maintain personal auto insurance, and Amazon provides a commercial policy under certain conditions.
Who May Be Liable
- The Driver: If the driver was off-duty or not using the Amazon Flex app at the time, their personal auto insurance likely applies.
- Amazon’s Commercial Policy: Amazon may cover damages if the driver was actively delivering packages through the app when the crash occurred.
- Other Parties: If poor road conditions or another vehicle contributed to the accident, multiple parties could share liability.
Steps to Take After an Accident
- Ensure Safety First: Move to a safe location and check for injuries.
- Call the Police: Obtain an official accident report.
- Gather Evidence: Take photos of the scene, license plates, and delivery details (e.g., packages or Amazon signage).
- Collect Contact Info: Get the driver’s personal and Amazon Flex details, as well as any witnesses’ names.
- Consult a Personal Injury Attorney: Navigating contractor liability can be complicated legal advice ensures you pursue the right claim.
Protecting Yourself
Amazon Flex accidents can involve multiple insurance policies and complex legal questions. Acting quickly, gathering detailed information, and seeking legal guidance will help you secure fair compensation for damages or injuries.
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