Nearly 75% of all car-truck accidents are caused by the car rather than the truck. That is often the result of careless moves that impede or endanger the truck, leaving little time for the driver to maneuver or brake and avoid an accident. And while 12% of all traffic deaths are the result of truck crashes, only 2% of those victims are truckers. Clearly, a large truck has the weight advantage in a crash with a smaller car, even though many truck accidents are caused by truck driver fatigue, defective equipment, speeding, substance abuse, and poor training. If your family member has suffered wrongful death due to the negligence of a truck driver, you should consult an truck accident attorney to learn if you have sufficient grounds to file a claim. But be sure you file a claim quickly. Each state has a statute of limitations of one to three years.