Because the state’s economy is heavily based on oil and gas, large trucks transporting to and from the region is a common sight on the state’s highways. Large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds fully loaded and can reach lengths of up to 75 feet. Trucks of this size have the potential to create devastating results when involved in a collision with another vehicle. Tragically, thousands of people are killed every year in U.S. truck accidents. An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) report revealed that 4,761 Americans were killed in truck collisions in 2017. The IIHS also reports that in the same year, more than 100,000 individuals sustained serious injuries in truck crashes across the nation.
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Types of Truck Accidents
Jackknife accidents
Named after the tool it resembles, jackknife accidents occur when a trailer skids out and to the side of the cab that is hauling it. One of the more common types of truck crashes; driver error, faulty brakes, and bad weather conditions can cause jackknife accidents.
Underride collisions
When a passenger vehicle strikes the back end of a truck and travels underneath it, the results can be deadly. The bottom of a large truck’s trailer is usually the same height as the top of a smaller passenger vehicle. When the passenger vehicle slides underneath, drivers and passengers can suffer from catastrophic head injuries.
Runaway trailer accidents
If not properly connected, a trailer can become disconnected from the cab that is hauling it. Runaway trailer accidents can also occur because of a malfunctioning hitch part. In a runaway trailer accident, an unmanned trailer will often crash into several vehicles before it comes to a stop.
Let Our Skilled Legal Team Handle Your Case
After being involved in a jackknife accident, underride collision, runaway trailer accident or any other type of truck wreck, it is imperative injured victims consult a personal injury lawyer at our firm. Dealing with a commercial trucking company and its insurance carrier can be extremely challenging for those unaware of state and federal laws that apply to truck accident claims. Victims should not risk their opportunity to recover maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages due to missed time at work, permanent scars, and pain and suffering. To ensure a successful outcome, one of our skilled truck collision attorneys will handle negotiations with insurance agents and defense attorneys.
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Do not delay calling our office. When you place a call to one of our caring truck accident attorneys, you will not be charged a consultation fee and you are not obligated to retain our services. We have helped thousands of accident victims across the state and can help you put the pieces of your life back together following a devastating commercial truck crash.
