Log trucks are a fixture on the highways in rich forest areas of this country. However, these log trucks are heavy vehicles that can carry 50,000 pounds of timber or more. That kind of weight can be deadly in a logging truck accident. In some cases, there is equipment failure when the restraints holding the logs fail, crushing vehicles next to the log truck. In other instances, a minor traffic infraction can become a major tragedy because of the shifting weight of the cargo. And while statistics show that most car truck accidents are caused by the driver of the passenger vehicle who doesn't consider the weight and lack of maneuverability of the big truck near them, often the car and driver suffer the most damage and injury. It is important that if you are the victim of a log truck accident, or a family member has been, you consult an attorney experienced in these cases.