Causes, Consequences, and Legal Implications of Jackknife Truck Accidents
When a truck’s trailer swings out sharply and forms a right angle with the cab, it is called a jackknife truck accident. These accidents frequently involve multiple vehicles and can block significant portions of the road. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reported that in 2020, jackknife truck accidents caused 169 fatalities. Causes of […]








