Jacknife Accident

Jacknife Accident

Jacknife accidents are most commonly caused by the sudden application of the brakes in a tractor trailer. In some cases, though, jacknife accidents can be caused by improperly adjusted brakes.

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Property adjusted brakes and brake failure in trucks and other automobiles is one of the top reasons for truck accidents on the US roadways. Loss of pedal pressure is among the most common symptoms of brake failure.

Aside from sudden braking and brake failure, jackife accidents can also be caused by:

• Downshifting
• Accelerating on a low friction surface
• Engine retarders
• Entering a curve too quickly

In fact, any time the angle of articulation between the centerline of the tractor and semi-trailer exceeds fifteen degrees, the truck will jacknife and potentially cause an accident.

Have you or someone you know been involved in a jacknife accident? If so, contact one of our experienced truck accident lawyers in your are today!

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