Posted on November 19, 2024 in Truck Accidents

Truck accidents have the potential to be deadly, especially on interstate highways like I-80. The pound-for-pound difference between a tractor-trailer and the average car on the highway is a recipe for disastrous injury in a collision. Truck accidents come in different types, but any of them can incur severe damage to your person and your vehicle. The Illinois personal injury attorneys at Kendall County Injury Lawyers, a Division of Kanoski Bresney have secured millions in fair settlements for their clients. If you or someone you know has been injured in any of these truck accidents, reach out to us today to start building a case.

Overturned and Jackknifed Semi-Trucks

A semi-truck driver is responsible for balancing a multi-ton vehicle, often in slippery, windy, or low-visibility conditions. A sudden stop or collision can result in an upset in the truck’s balance, causing the truck to roll over. In other scenarios, a truck may "jack-knife" when the speed of the truck and the speed of the trailer fall out of sync, usually as a result of sudden braking or bad weather conditions, and the trailer pushes against the back of the truck in such a way that it is forced to go to one side. Drivers reacting to either of these accidents can end up in the crossfire, possibly causing catastrophic injury.

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