A jackknife crash can shut down a highway in seconds and leave victims with catastrophic injuries. Maltos Law Firm provides trial-ready representation focused on accountability, preparation, and long-term protection.
What Is a Jackknife Accident Claim?
A jackknife accident claim arises when negligence causes a commercial truck’s trailer to swing out of alignment and trigger a collision. Causes may include excessive speed, improper braking, equipment failure, or driver fatigue. These crashes often involve federal safety regulations governing driver training, hours of service, and vehicle maintenance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration establishes national trucking standards that may play a key role in determining fault.
Injured victims may pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and long-term care needs resulting from the crash.







