Amazon Driver Lawsuit After Bus Crash | Huntsville News

Amazon is facing a lawsuit after one of its drivers allegedly slammed into a bus carrying high school baseball players, leaving seven athletes and two coaches injured — including one with severe brain trauma. The driver, Shawn Akison, is accused of speeding and being under the influence of fentanyl, with a history of nearly two decades of driving violations. The family claims Amazon ignored red flags despite its own background check policies. Amazon responded with sympathy but declined to comment due to ongoing litigation. This case highlights the high stakes of corporate responsibility when it comes to hiring drivers — and the legal battle ahead could set a precedent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6ba226166feba38f