Types of Truck Accidents The consequences of truck accidents can be devastating to the victims. They often result in severe injuries and permanent disability. In contrast to passenger vehicles, large trucks are more difficult to control. This makes them more prone to be jackknifed or collide with other cars. Rear-End Collisions Many rear-end collisions involve trucks leading to serious injuries and property damage. Large commercial trucks – like semi-trucks - weigh up to an 80,000-pound weight and could easily crush small passenger vehicles i