Can RVs Have Downtime Losses?
Mike and Maria own a small RV store of 35 recreational vehicles. These motor homes are all in high demand throughout the summer months. In June, one of their vehicles
Kelsea Eckert
July 27, 2022
Mike and Maria own a small RV store of 35 recreational vehicles. These motor homes are all in high demand throughout the summer months. In June, one of their vehicles
Sometimes people just need a helping hand. An accident and injury may push an owner operator into a financial predicament. Others may be suffering from health problems or a family
As supply chain issues accelerate, companies face challenges in parts replacement, equipment production, and a massive shortage of trucks and repair staff. Here’s how to ensure your equipment isn’t underinsured.
Kyle hauls supersized windmill blades throughout the Midwest. He has an impeccable safety record. But last month, his tractor trailer was hit by a woman driving a car insured by
All types of businesses experience interruptions now and then, whether due to electrical outages, accidents, or even a pandemic. Interruptions in work flow can cause large losses of business income.
If you are in the trucking industry, you have probably heard of “freight factoring”. Freight factoring is such a useful tool for small and medium sized businesses. The benefits of
Mayhem at McDonald’s A sports car careened down the road out of control, hit a curb and flipped up into the air. It landed right in the lobby of a
Owner-operators enjoy the freedom of being able to choose the loads they haul and how they schedule their time. Being your own boss certainly has its perks, even if you
Eckert & Associates, PA primarily represents trucking clients with property damage claims. We proceed against at-fault parties and their insurance companies for payment. In our experience, insurance companies treat lost
Eckert & Associates’ attorney Jason Schafer and I hear clients’ frustrations daily about delays in truck repairs because of back ordered parts. COVID has created nightmares in the supply chain
Pain at the pump means more than the high price of fuel for owner operator, Marty. After fueling up his semi at a truck stop in Southern Illinois last year,
The Coronavirus pandemic has rocked our economy, but as always, truckers have come through for the American people. According to Transport Topics: Truck drivers have been among the front-line responders
In the United States, there are approximately 350,000 independent OTR owner-operators. This accounts for 9 percent of the 3.5 million truck drivers overall. In addition, annually, there are about 500,000
Some small trucking businesses are fortunate to have dedicated runs and haul very consistent loads week in and week out. However, most companies’ loads are not as consistent. Loads may
I am often asked what are the pros and the cons of expedited trucking versus standard trucking. The lists are long. While most people know about the “standard” trucking world,
A car runs into your utility truck. Based on the damage, that company truck could be down for weeks. While the car’s insurance might pay for your repairs, there’s also
Originally Published on January 13, 2021 by 925 Partners Insurance Agency Written by: Jonathan Wallace, EVP at 925 Partners Insurance Agency At 925 Partners, we love helping owner operators achieve
Two new files almost made me cry today. Each client had a great downtime claim…but they each signed a release that, unbeknownst to them, gave up all their rights to go
After an accident, you may feel like a fish out of water not knowing what to do. Perhaps you’re a million-mile safe driver and this is the first time you’ve
“ What can I claim from the insurance company for my accident? I’m out more than just my missed loads. My whole business is stopped, and we’re upside down financially
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