Types of Truck Accidents
Every year in the United States, thousands of people are injured or killed in truck accidents. These large trucks can weigh up to an 80,000-pound weight and pose an extremely dangerous danger on roads.
These wrecks can be caused by many factors, but they are mostly caused by driver error.
Rear-end collisions
A rear-end collision happens when a car is involved in a collision with another vehicle. These collisions can be extremely dangerous. They can cause a huge number of injuries and even death as well as significant property damage.
Rear-end collisions can arise for a variety of reasons, but the most common causes are distracted driving such as speeding, tailgating, and inexperienced truck drivers. If you are a victim of a rear-end collision you should protect your legal rights and seek compensation from the negligent party who caused your injuries.
Rear-end accidents are typically caused by a driver's failure to slow down or stop in time. This is often caused by drivers who are texting or listening to music on their mobiles.
The size and weight of a vehicle can increase the risk of rear-end collisions. Heavy trucks, like tractor-trailers and other heavy vehicles, can weigh up to the weight of 80,000 pounds. They require longer to stop than passenger cars.
Many victims of truck accidents suffer severe, potentially life-threatening injuries due to these elements. They may develop brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, herniated discs, fractured bones and many other serious illnesses.
It is crucial to seek medical attention immediately after you've been in an accident that involved an auto with a rear-end. The effects of whiplash injuries can be detrimental to the soft tissues of your neck and upper body, causing pain, stiffness and limited movement.
Also, it is important to record all information regarding your rear-end truck accident. This includes where you were at the time of the collision and who was the one to blame, as well as what transpired during the incident. This information can be used as evidence in your case.
Head-on collisions
A head-on collision occurs when two vehicles collide front-to-front when traveling in opposite directions. YouTube is not something you should do on a highway. Head-on truck collisions can be extremely dangerous due to the size and weight trucks.
There are a myriad of reasons that can lead to head-on collisions, such as driver error. Most often, a vehicle is able to cross into traffic that is coming and leaves its zone of travel. This can happen due to different reasons, such as when drivers are distracted by an animal or object in the road, or they are driving while intoxicated.
Head-on collisions can also be caused by drivers who are speeding. Larger trucks can easily drift out of their lane at greater speeds which makes it easier to cause a head-on collision.
If a person suffers severe injuries in a head-on collision, they may be entitled to compensation for their damages and losses. In certain states, victims can file claims even if they are partly at fault for the accident. This is referred to as a comparative fault state.
Side-swipe collisions
Depending on the vehicle involved and their specific circumstances Side-swipe collisions can range from relatively minor to extremely serious. Broken bones, head trauma, upper-thorax trauma and internal injuries are all possible.
Sideswipe accidents can happen when a vehicle makes an unsafe turn or changes lanes. Before changing lanes, drivers should examine their mirrors and blind spots, particularly when they are driving high clearance trucks.
Sideswipe collisions can be caused by road conditions. Sideswipe collisions may also occur when drivers switch lanes on icy or wet roads.
If you are involved in a sideswipe crash be sure to report the incident immediately. Failure to do so can make it harder to obtain compensation for damages you sustained in the accident.
You can prove your innocence by documenting the scene of your collision. Photograph the accident scene from all angles. Also, take photographs of any impressions made on the road or other surfaces.
Keep track of all medical bills and costs incurred as a result. These costs can include hospitalization, emergency care medical visits, prescriptions, medical equipment, long-term treatment, and therapy.
To determine the amount of compensation you are entitled to following a side swipe accident, consult an experienced car accident lawyer. In order to receive the highest amount of compensation that you are entitled to can help you pay for lost wages as well as medical expenses and pain and suffering. It can also help you live a secure and healthy lifestyle following an accident.
T-bone collisions
T-bone collisions (also known as broadside collisions) can be extremely hazardous for those in a car that is hit by the truck. Since the side of a car offers its passengers a minimal amount of protection, any person in a vehicle struck by a truck of a significant size could suffer fatal injuries or even die in the form of brain trauma or broken bones.
These accidents are often caused by drivers who fail to yield the right-of-way or drive in violation of a red light. In addition many T-bone accidents are caused by inefficient traffic signals or faulty road design.
Because of their weight and size truck are more likely to be involved in a crash that is side-impact than a regular car. If you have been injured in a T-bone crash, you need to speak with an attorney who specializes in personal injury as soon as you can about your legal options.
T-bone injuries may be claimed from the responsible parties. This could include the driver who is responsible for the crash, their employer, or even the manufacturer or model of the commercial truck.
Rollover collisions
Truck rollovers are a very dangerous type of collision, due to the possibility of the death or serious injury of the driver. They can also cause damage or injury to other vehicles and lead to long traffic jams that could be hazardous.
Most rollovers occur when the vehicle loses control due to road conditions or the vehicle itself. These issues can be caused by the driver or other drivers, equipment, or a combination of all of these.
The primary cause of rollovers is probably speed. The center of gravity in large trucks is quite high, and a truck which is traveling at a speed too fast for the road could shift this weight onto the chassis, causing an accident.
A cargo that's not properly secured is another common reason for rollovers. This could be a problem when the cargo is too heavy, insecurely fastened, or positioned too high in the truck.
Despite the dangers loads-induced rollovers can be avoided by ensuring that the truck's weight is dispersed properly. This can be accomplished by securing the load, as well as by ensuring that it is stable before driving.
In addition the length of the truck's body can affect the likelihood of a rollover. Shorter trucks have lower centers of gravity, which means they are less likely to overturn than taller ones.
Drivers of trucks need to be taught to avoid accident involving a rollover. This is the best method to reduce the risk of accidents. It's as easy as having truck drivers inspect their vehicles prior to taking them out on the roads. Also, ensuring that their loads do not become too heavy or unstable. This could also involve altering their speed limit or installing devices that warn them about overloading.