Truck Accident Types

Of the common truck accident types, a large truck is most likely to hit your vehicle from the front in a head-on collision, followed by your left or right side in other accident types. This is because you are more likely to get into an accident with an 18-wheeler that has lost control than one who is riding your bumper.

Regardless of accident type, when you file a lawsuit, it will be necessary to demonstrate both how the accident occurred and who was at fault, making the assistance of a Boston truck accident lawyer essential.

 

Types of 18-Wheeler Accidents

The type of tractor-trailer accident you were in will greatly influence the potential severity of your injuries. Common truck accident types on I-93 and throughout Massachusetts include all of the following:

• Jackknife – During a cold Boston winter, it becomes easy for a large truck to slip on the ice and jackknife before colliding with another vehicle.
• Head-On Collision – A head-on collision is most likely to occur on rural two-lane roads.
• Rollover – When a large truck loses control or takes a corner too quickly, there is a chance it may rollover and hit other vehicles in the process.
• Lost Haul or Load – If a driver does not properly secure the truck’s load, it may come loose while on the freeway. Parts of the load can fly off and collide with other vehicles, creating accidents and causing injuries.
• Underride – Similar to a rear-end accident, when a passenger vehicle becomes trapped under a large truck, it can lead to substantial vehicle damage, bodily harm, and death.
• Blind Spot Accident – Big rigs have massive blind spots that their drivers cannot see other vehicles in. Due to this, inattentive truck drivers sometimes hit other motorists when changing lanes.

Regardless of the type of truck accident you were in, the truck driver and trucking company both have a responsibility to follow safety precautions to protect other vehicles on the road. If the driver did not properly secure a load, was driving distracted, or was going too fast, the driver or employer could be responsible for your accident and be held accountable for your injuries.

Types of Trucks Involved in Accidents

In a metropolitan area like Boston, there are numerous types of large trucks on the roads. Whether a grocery delivery truck, mail truck, or office-supply truck, these drivers are constantly moving in and out of traffic, creating potential hazards as they do.

Delivery box trucks in Boston and semi-trucks on I-93 can cause major accidents and injuries when they drive carelessly. If you were involved in an accident with a large truck, it is important to contact an attorney immediately in order to protect your rights.

File a Lawsuit to Protect Your Interests

Make sure you file your lawsuit while there is still time. There is a three-year statute of limitations in Massachusetts for personal injury claims, so you should schedule a consultation and file a lawsuit right away.

A Boston truck accident lawyer from the Law Offices of Joel H. Schwartz can gather information that proves who was responsible for your crash, how your injuries have impacted you, and determine how much compensation you deserve as a result. To arrange a meeting with one of our qualified attorneys, call 617-742-1170.