Accidents happen. The cost of even minor damages to trucks, trailers, and other commercial equipment can add up quickly. As a fleet operator, it’s important to consider the significance of
No-fault accidents that result in a truck or trailer being sidelined can significantly impact your income and operations. As a busy executive or owner in the transportation industry, navigating the
A fleet owner in the transportation industry faces significant challenges when one of their trucks is involved in an accident that wasn’t the company’s fault. This situation not only leads
When something bad happens, like an accident or unexpected problem that costs money, it’s important to take action to make it better. This is called “mitigation,” and it helps reduce
Accidents Cause Business Interruptions In the trucking industry, it is quite common for people to hear about suing truck drivers for injuries or damages, but did you know there are
A commercial driver’s world is rocked when they get into an accident. It can be a huge hassle to deal with an insurance claim while trying to get a vehicle
Ranchers and farmers have a duty to keep their livestock behind fences in most areas. They certainly are required to keep them off of federal highways. If a horse or
Some of our highest dollar cases are for clients who haul “exotic loads” – windmills, tankers, car haulers, oversized loads, houses, and government explosives. Many of these loads require permits
Jack is a million mile safe driver. Recently, he was properly parked at a loading dock when a distracted trucker swung too wide and hit his truck. This accident wasn’t
On a summer day in Dallas, Texas, you’re driving your big rig along Interstate 20. An 18-year-old girl, on the phone, hits you. Everyone’s okay and the girl’s given a
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
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
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
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
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
You drive safe. Why can’t everyone else? Someone hits your truck and now you have to deal with insurance companies. As the owner of a small trucking company, you’d rather
You’re in the bunk, sound asleep when all of a sudden you get knocked to the floor. A new driver backed right into your truck. You can’t believe your truck
Insurance Claims after a Trucking Accident Your talents are in trucking, not insurance. When your truck’s been hit, you’re suddenly thrown into the insurance world and expected to know how
With states locking-down and activities being restricted during the Coronavirus pandemic, more and more people across the country are being forced to work from home. Those in the toilet paper
By the very definition of the word, accidents are events that are unexpected. As truck drivers, we have all seen our share of vehicle accidents. Although we hope to never
The adverse party may contend that you did not take the proper action to mitigate your losses and therefore deny your claim for downtime. You must then prove with supported
Attorney, Kelsea Eckert, and Marketing Assistant, Rita Richa, discussed how owner-operators can recover their downtime (lost income) after a not-at-fault accident during appearance on the November 18th episode of the
Several years back, I served as a service manager at a Chevrolet dealership and a Chrysler/ Dodge/Jeep/Indian/Suzuki dealership, and a service advisor before that at a Chevrolet dealer. You may
It happens. You can’t avoid every traffic accident. Even the most professional truck driver is bound to get hit at some point because of the extensive time spent on the
As seen in Movin’ Out Magazine May 2019 Issue According to the UMTRI, more than 71% of truck driving accidents are caused by passenger vehicle drivers. Only 16% of all
Most business require a variety of insurance coverage. Truckers face the added expense of downtime coverage, bob-tail coverage, and more. Auto haulers often need even more cargo insurance due to
After an accident that’s not your fault, you should file a claim with the bad driver’s insurance company. When you file a claim with this insurance company, your claim will
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