Truck accidents are different from regular passenger car vehicle crashes for many reasons. A few of these differences include:
Size and weight. Trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. To put that in perspective, the average passenger vehicle weighs about 3,000 pounds. The massive size and weight of commercial trucks almost always result in catastrophic collisions, causing serious personal injury or death.
Trucking laws. Unlike with regular vehicles, there are strict federal safety guidelines and state laws regarding the operation of commercial trucks.
Parties involved. Generally, more than one party is responsible for the safety of the truck. Because multiple parties are usually involved, truck accident cases can be much more complex than regular motor vehicle crashes.