Types of Truck Accidents
Different crash mechanics point to different causes and defendants. Explore the most common types of truck accidents and what each means for your claim.
Blind Spot Accidents
Blind spot, or 'no-zone,' crashes happen when a truck changes lanes or turns into a vehicle it failed to see i…
Jackknife Accidents
A jackknife crash happens when a tractor-trailer's trailer swings out and folds against the cab, usually from …
Lost Load & Cargo Spill Accidents
A lost load or cargo spill happens when freight falls from a moving truck due to improper securement, overload…
Rear-End Accidents
A fully loaded semi-truck traveling 65 mph needs roughly 525 feet to stop — nearly double a passenger car's st…
Rollover Accidents
Truck rollovers happen when a high center of gravity, excessive speed in a curve, or an unbalanced load causes…
Underride Accidents
An underride crash happens when a passenger vehicle slides under the back or side of a trailer, often shearing…
Wide Turn (Squeeze Play) Accidents
A wide-turn, or 'squeeze play,' crash happens when a truck swings left before turning right, opening a gap tha…
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