Large truck accidents are catastrophes that can affect people for a lifetime, or can bring that life to an end. That is because anything classified as a large truck can weigh from 10,000 pounds up to 80,000 pounds and be unwieldy in emergency situations. It takes a careful driver to maneuver around unexpected impediments or hazardous conditions without a crash. That is why commercial driver's licenses require drivers to have adequate road safety knowledge and driving ability. That doesn't mean that they can prevent every accident, and garbage truck accidents have been on the rise in recent years, causing personal injury and wrongful deaths that may deserve compensation. Just like other large truck accidents, there are accident attorneys who are experienced at handling garbage truck accidents and can help you learn if you have a claim for yourself or a loved one. However, you must contact a lawyer quickly to find and preserve all the pertinent evidence and present a winning case.