William Watson, 59, injured after rear-end collision between two semi-trucks on U.S. 2 in Garden, MI

It was about 9:30am when Somirs was eastbound on U.S. and entering a rest area, and was rear-ended by a second semi-truck, who's driver has been identified as William Watson, 59. The collision caused both trucks to depart the road, and one struck some trees. Watson sustained injuries in the crash and was taken to the hospital via helicopter, and a passenger in one of the two vehicles was hospitalized with complaints of chest pain. Somirs was not injured in the crash. Take these important steps after a truck accident in Michigan As the trucking industry grows in Michigan, more and more truck accidents occur. Commercial trucks are common on the roads, and their size, weight, and many blind spots pose significant dangers to other drivers. And when a truck accident occurs, victims often suffer serious, debilitating injuries that require long-term medical care. Fatality truck accidents are common. An experienced Michigan truck accident attorney on your side can hire experts such as engineers and accident re-constructionists to go to the scene to preserve and document evidence. Go here to learn more about the next steps to take after a serious or fatal semi-truck accident.