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 as much as 80 tons and pose an extremely dangerous danger on roads. These accidents can be caused by numerous reasons, but the majority are caused by driver error. Rear-end collisions A rear-end collision occurs when a car encounters another vehicle. These crashes can be very dangerous. These crashes can result in fatal injuries and even death, as they can also cause extensive property damage. Re