Multi-Vehicle Pileups Involving Trucks
Articru Scribes Introduction Multi-vehicle pileups are some of the most dangerous and chaotic types of accidents that occur on the road, often resulting in significant injuries, fatalities, and massive property damage. When…
Types of Truck Accidents
Sideswipe Accidents: Dangers of Truck Lane Changes
Sideswipe accidents occur when two vehicles traveling in the same or opposite directions make contact with each other while moving side by side. These accidents are particularly dangerous when large…
Brake Failure Accidents: Mechanical Causes and Preventative Measures
Brake failure is a serious issue in the trucking industry, often leading to devastating accidents with catastrophic results. Trucks, given their size and weight, require powerful braking systems to safely…
Wide Turn Accidents: Understanding the Risks of Truck Maneuvering
Wide turn accidents, also known as “squeeze” or “right-turn squeeze” accidents, are a common hazard when large trucks attempt to make turns, particularly right-hand turns. Due to the size and…
T-Bone Accidents Involving Trucks at Intersections
T-bone accidents, also known as side-impact collisions, occur when the front of one vehicle crashes into the side of another, forming a “T” shape. When large trucks are involved in…
Blind Spot Accidents: Staying Safe Around Large Trucks
Driving near large trucks can be intimidating for many motorists, especially given the size and weight differences between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. One of the biggest dangers posed by…
Underride Accidents: The Hidden Dangers of Large Trucks
Underride accidents are some of the most devastating types of truck crashes, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. These accidents occur when a smaller vehicle slides underneath a larger…
Rollover Accidents in Trucking: Risk Factors and Safety Measures
Rollover accidents are among the most dangerous and deadly types of crashes involving large trucks. These accidents occur when a truck tips over onto its side or roof, often resulting…
Jackknife Accidents: Causes and How to Prevent Them
Jackknife accidents are one of the most dangerous types of crashes involving large trucks. When a truck jackknifes, the trailer swings out from behind the cab at a sharp angle,…
Rear-End Collisions Involving Trucks
Rear-end collisions are one of the most common types of accidents involving trucks. Due to the size, weight, and longer stopping distances of large trucks, these accidents often result in…