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What Happens After the Sale? How to Sell Your Trucking Business Without Losing Your Legacy

The Hardest Part of Letting Go I remember the morning of our change of command ceremony. It was the day I would officially hand over the reins of Chargin’ Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. At the conclusion of the ceremony, I would no longer be the […]

I’m a Truck Driver Who Was Hit in an Accident—What Can I Recover?

When a truck driver‘s accident compensation claim arises, the financial impact can be overwhelming. Repairs, missed loads, and out-of-pocket expenses add up quickly. The good news: depending on where the accident happened, you may be entitled to recover a wide range of costs from the at-fault party and their insurance company. What Types of Costs […]

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First Party Breach of Contract: Protecting Truckers from Their Own Insurance Companies

What Is a First-Party Breach of Contract? Fleets big and small rely on their insurance companies and agents to do one essential thing: handle paperwork correctly. When an agent fails to forward a trucker’s payment and documents, or when an insurance company misses filing with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the results are […]

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When a Tow Damages Your Semi: What Every Trucker Should Know

Breaking down on the side of the road is stressful enough for anyone, but a semi driver has additional concerns with deadlines and cargo attached. Imagine this: You’re the owner of the semi and call a tow company, expecting the tow truck driver to handle your rig professionally and with care. But what happens when […]

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What Truckers Should Remember When Dealing with the At-Fault Party’s Insurance

Know Your Rights After an Accident When an accident isn’t your fault, the at-fault driver’s insurance company should step up and pay your reasonable expenses and losses. However, many truck drivers quickly learn the process isn’t that simple. Insurance adjusters focus on protecting their company’s money, not your livelihood. Why Truckers Struggle With At-Fault Insurance […]

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Legal Help for Truckers Losing Income Through No Fault of Their Own

What Qualifies as No-Fault Income Loss Your rig has been sidelined by an accident you didn’t cause. It’s in the shop, loads are passing you by, and your income is disappearing. This is when legal help for truckers losing income becomes essential. How Eckert & Associates Helps Truckers Recover Costs That’s where Eckert & Associates, […]

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