Your Future. Our Fight. — McFarlane Law
The Permian Basin is full of company vehicles—oilfield service trucks, fleet vehicles, delivery vans, and work trucks crisscrossing the region around the clock. When company vehicle drivers cause accidents, victims may be entitled to compensation not just from the driver, but from the employer as well. At McFarlane Law, we have recovered millions for victims of company vehicle accidents throughout Odessa and Midland.
Our $1.5 million and $1 million company vehicle settlements demonstrate our experience in holding employers accountable when their drivers cause injuries.
Why Company Vehicle Cases Are Different
When an employee causes an accident while working, the employer may be liable under respondeat superior or vicarious liability:
- Larger Insurance Policies – Commercial policies are often $1 million or more
- Employer Liability – The company may be responsible for their employee negligence
- Negligent Hiring – Employers can be liable for hiring dangerous drivers
- Negligent Entrustment – Giving vehicles to unfit drivers
- Negligent Supervision – Failing to properly supervise employees
Types of Company Vehicle Accidents
- Oilfield Service Trucks – Hot shots, wireline trucks, pump trucks
- Fleet Vehicles – Company cars and trucks
- Delivery Vehicles – Package delivery and courier services
- Construction Vehicles – Work trucks and equipment transporters
- Sales and Service Vehicles – Field technicians and salespeople
- Rental Vehicles – Employees in rental cars for work
Contact Our Odessa Company Vehicle Accident Lawyers
If you have been injured by a company vehicle in Odessa or the Permian Basin, contact McFarlane Law to explore your options against both the driver and their employer.
Call (432) 803-5000 today.
Your Future. Our Fight.