Types of Truck Accidents Accidents involving trucks can be devastating for the victims. In many cases, they cause serious injuries and permanent disability. As opposed to passenger vehicles, big trucks are more difficult to control. This makes them more likely to jackknife and collide with other vehicles. Rear-End Collisions Many rear-end collisions involving trucks are fatal, resulting in serious injuries and property damage. Large commercial trucks - like semi-trucks - weigh up to 85,000 pounds and easily crush small passenger vehicles when