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How Car Accident Claims Differ From Truck Accident Claims A crash between a commercial truck and a smaller vehicle is a lot different from a crash between two passenger vehicles. Some types of truck crashes are unique to commercial trucks. It is unlikely one passenger vehicle can slide under the bumper of another, which is what happens in an underride crash. Your car could slide well under the trailer, and the trailer itself could crash through your windshield. Another type of commercial truck crash is called a jackknife crash. The truck’s trailer swings to the side, often because of a problem with the brakes on the truck. Multiple vehicles could crash into the trailer. Sometimes commercial trucks lose cargo and the cargo hits other vehicles. Drivers may swerve to avoid falling cargo and hit other cars, or simply veer off the road. The cargo may even be toxic or flammable. The driver may be responsible for a loose cargo crash, but another party may have loaded the cargo. That party could also share liability for the accident. Truck crash investigations can take time too. An attorney might have to send a letter to prevent evidence from being destroyed. There are various documents the lawyer may need to obtain to determine the cause of the crash.