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Truck accidents are often severe due to the size and weight of commercial trucks compared to passenger vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n

When these accidents occur, the resulting lawsuits can be complex, involving multiple parties and significant financial stakes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Defendants in truck accident lawsuits\u2014typically the truck driver, trucking company, or insurance providers\u2014employ various defenses to mitigate or avoid liability.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Truck accidents are often severe due to the size and weight of commercial trucks compared to passenger vehicles. When these accidents occur, the resulting lawsuits can be complex, involving multiple parties and significant financial stakes. Defendants in truck accident lawsuits\u2014typically the truck driver, trucking company, or insurance providers\u2014employ various defenses to mitigate or avoid liability. 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