Originally Published: July 7, 2020 • Updated: October 9, 2026
Semitruck accidents (involving a large commercial truck) are far more devastating than passenger-vehicle accidents. Why? A commercial truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, compared to a standard passenger car weighing 3,000-4,000 pounds. When these vehicles collide, the types of injuries suffered can be severe, sometimes fatal.
Broken Bones/Fractures
Broken Bones & Fractures: From facial fractures to broken ribs, arms, or legs, these injuries often require casts, surgery, and long‑term therapy.
Fractures range in severity. A compound fracture, where the bone pierces the skin, can require extensive medical treatment. A cast (or boot) may be worn for weeks to months for other types of fractures, and physical therapy or surgery may be required. Some fractures may not heal correctly, leaving you with a permanent impairment.
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Back & Neck Injuries: Spinal cord damage, whiplash, and severe soft‑tissue injuries can limit mobility and impact daily life.
A spinal cord injury is one of the most serious types of back injuries and can lead to temporary or permanent paralysis.
Neck injuries range from muscle, joint, and ligament injuries to a broken neck, which can reduce one’s range of motion, making it difficult to take care of day-to-day activities.
Mild, moderate, or severe, any amount of neck or back pain can result in one’s inability to work for some period of time.
Spinal cord injury resources
Head Injuries & TBIs: Traumatic brain injuries can cause lasting cognitive, speech, memory, and personality changes.
These injuries range from mild and temporary to life-altering and permanent, such as skull fractures, bleeding in the brain, nerve damage, broken facial bones, and concussion.
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a type of brain injury caused by a sudden or sharp impact to the head that damages the brain. It can be an open-head injury where the skull is penetrated or a closed-head injury, both of which could result in things such as personality or mood changes or impaired cognitive function, where one could have difficulties with:
Traumatic brain injury and spinal cord resources
Crush Injury
A crush injury occurs when force or pressure is put on a body part, such as when part of the body is squeezed between two heavy objects. This can lead to:
Psychological Trauma: PTSD, anxiety, and phobias are common after a violent crash—and may appear days or weeks later.
Amputation & Disfigurement: Severe impacts can lead to permanent disfigurement or the loss of a limb, requiring lifelong care.
Treatment may require adaptive devices, the need for caretaker services to help with daily needs, extensive physical and psychological therapy, and more.
Lacerations and internal injuries are other common injuries suffered in accidents with semitrucks.
If you were seriously injured in a semitruck accident because of another’s negligence, you need an experienced truck accident attorney to gather the facts, assess your injuries, and answer your questions. Call Nash & Franciskato at (877) 284-6600. We have a successful track record of helping accident victims collect the compensation they deserve.
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