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Delivery Truck Accidents | Bakersfield, CA<\/p>

Hurt in a Delivery Truck Crash in Bakersfield?<\/h1>

Colvin Accident Lawyers represents injured people and families after delivery truck collisions across Kern County and nearby communities. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>

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By Donald Norman Colvin \u00b7 Published October 20, 2026<\/p>\n\n

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Delivery Truck Accident Lawyer Bakersfield: Who Can Be Held Responsible and What to Do Next<\/h2>\n

Looking for a delivery truck accident lawyer in Bakersfield? You may have a claim against the driver, the company that owns the truck, or another party whose conduct helped cause the crash. In California, a lawsuit for injury or death caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another generally must be filed within two years (Code Civ. Proc. \u00a7 335.1<\/a>). Claims against public agencies have a much shorter deadline. This guide explains who can be responsible, what to do after a crash, and how the claim process works. Colvin Accident Lawyers is based in Bakersfield, California.<\/p>\n\n

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If a delivery truck crash has left you or a family member hurt, you may have a claim worth reviewing, and our team can help you weigh your options. Contact Colvin Accident Lawyers today. Talk it through with our team — the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p>

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What a Delivery Truck Accident Case Covers and Who It Is For<\/h2>\n

A delivery truck accident case covers crashes involving delivery trucks, box trucks, step vans, and other commercial delivery vehicles on Bakersfield and Kern County roads. Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists hurt in these crashes may bring a claim. If a crash causes a death, certain family members may bring a wrongful death claim.<\/p>\n

California law names who may bring a wrongful death claim. These include a surviving spouse, domestic partner, children, and certain dependent or qualifying family members. See Code of Civil Procedure \u00a7 377.60<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Delivery vehicles differ from passenger cars in ways that matter. They are heavier. Many run on company schedules and set routes. Many belong to a business with a fleet. Those facts can add parties and records to the case.<\/p>\n

Federal rules also set minimum insurance levels for certain for-hire carriers. These rules apply to vehicles rated at 10,001 pounds or more in interstate commerce. See 49 C.F.R. \u00a7 387.9<\/a>. Because the rules depend on the vehicle and how it is used, the review starts with what the vehicle is and who was operating it. For a broader overview, read our truck accident claims guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Who Can Be Held Responsible in a Delivery Truck Crash<\/h2>\n

The driver, the vehicle owner, and sometimes the delivery company or another business can all be responsible. Yes, you can sue a truck driver whose careless driving caused your injuries.<\/p>\n

California law makes a person responsible for injuries caused by a lack of ordinary care. See Civil Code \u00a7 1714<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Ownership matters too. Under California law, a vehicle owner is liable for death or injury caused by a negligent act in the vehicle’s operation. That applies when the person driving had the owner’s permission. See Vehicle Code \u00a7 17150<\/a>. This can reach a company that owns its delivery fleet.<\/p>\n

A delivery company may also face claims based on its own conduct. Other possible parties include a maintenance contractor, a contracted delivery service, or a freight broker.<\/p>\n

If a public agency owned the truck, the deadline is much shorter. For injury to a person or death, a written claim generally must be presented within six months. See Government Code \u00a7 911.2<\/a>. Under Government Code \u00a7 911.2, a claim for injury to a person must be presented as provided in Article 2 (commencing with Section 915) not later than six months after the cause of action accrues; the rule on when a lawsuit may be filed against a public entity is in a separate section, Government Code \u00a7 945.4. See Government Code \u00a7 945.4<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Several insurers may be involved, and each policy has limits. That is why finding every responsible party matters.<\/p>\n

Common Causes and Injuries in Delivery Truck Crashes<\/h2>\n

Common causes include distracted driving, fatigue, speeding, unsafe lane changes, backing mishaps, and fast turns in neighborhoods. Equipment failures and unsecured loads can also cause crashes.<\/p>\n

Speed must fit the conditions. California law bars driving faster than is reasonable or prudent for weather, visibility, traffic, and the road. See Vehicle Code \u00a7 22350<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hours and fatigue are a federal concern for commercial drivers. See 49 C.F.R. \u00a7 395.3<\/a>. See 49 C.F.R. \u00a7 392.3<\/a>. Tight delivery windows can push drivers toward long days, so logs and schedules often matter.<\/p>\n

Injuries often include spinal and head injuries, broken bones, internal injuries, crush injuries, and burns. For more on injury types, see common injuries in semi-truck crashes. Some injuries show symptoms later. A prompt medical evaluation helps document them.<\/p>\n

What to Do Right After a Delivery Truck Crash<\/h2>\n

Get everyone to safety, call 911, and start documenting the scene. These steps protect your health and your claim.<\/p>\n