Types of Truck Crash Accidents involving trucks can result in serious injuries for both the truck driver as well as the occupants of the truck. Due to their size trucks can be difficult to maneuver around or stop. can also be caused by fatigue, driver mistakes, or safety defects. It's not always straightforward to determine who is responsible. Rear-End Collisions Rear-end collisions are frequent. They occur when two vehicles collide, often at a traffic crossroads. It can happen when the driver who is driving fails to see a red light or a stop