Oregon’s timber industry is one of the strongest in the nation, supporting thousands of jobs and fueling much of the state’s rural economy. But with the constant transport of heavy logs through the Coast Range, along I-5 near Eugene, and across the rugged highways of eastern Oregon, serious accidents involving logging trucks occur far too often. …Understanding your legal rights is the first step toward recovery and accountability. Common Causes of Logging Truck Accidents in Oregon: Logging trucks often travel on steep grades, winding roads, and rural routes not designed for heavy loads. Highways like Oregon’s Highway 26 through the Coast Range are particularly dangerous in winter when slick conditions and poor visibility can turn routine hauls into deadly crashes. Some of the most common causes of timber-related truck collisions include overloaded or unsecured logs… Brake or equipment failure… Driver fatigue or distraction… Speeding or unsafe turns.