Types of Truck Accidents We Handle

When a semi-truck's cab and trailer fold at a sharp angle, the results are catastrophic. Jackknife accidents are typically caused by brake failure, driver error, or slippery roads.

A vehicle slides under the rear or side of a truck trailer. These accidents cause devastating head and neck injuries. Faulty underride guards are a common cause.

Due to their massive weight, trucks require much longer stopping distances. Rear-end crashes at speed are often fatal. Driver distraction and speeding are leading causes.

Truck rollovers occur on curves, ramps, or when avoiding obstacles. Overloaded or improperly distributed cargo significantly increases rollover risk.

Trucks making wide right turns can trap and crush vehicles between the truck and the curb. These accidents frequently occur in urban intersections.

Commercial trucks have massive blind spots. Collisions occur when truck drivers change lanes or merge without seeing vehicles in their no-zones.

Defective or improperly maintained brakes are one of the most common mechanical failures in truck accidents. The trucking company may be liable for poor maintenance.

Improperly loaded or overweight trucks are extremely dangerous. Federal weight limits exist for safety — violations create direct liability for cargo loaders and carriers.

Hours of service regulations exist to prevent fatigued driving. When carriers pressure drivers to exceed legal limits, both the driver and company are liable.

Drug or alcohol impairment by commercial truck drivers is a criminal offense. These cases often qualify for punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages.