Jackknife Truck Accidents Truck Accidents in Dallas, TX

A jackknife occurs when an 18-wheeler’s drive wheels lock up, causing the heavy trailer to swing outward at an acute angle to the cab. The swinging 53-foot trailer sweeps across multiple lanes of Dallas highway traffic, crushing any vehicles trapped in adjacent lanes.

Liability & Federal Regulations

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