Walnut Risk Management Blog: trucking
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Monday, October 7, 2024Working as a car haul trucker means you have extremely valuable cargo in your care. You’ll have to protect these items, and you’ll need your trucking insurance to cover them effectively. Still, regardless of the insurance you carry, you can’t prevent every security risk that might threaten the truck or its cargo. READ MORE >>
Monday, August 5, 2024Every year, thousands of people die as a result of truck-related accidents. In 2017, 4,102 people died in such accidents. About 68% of them were occupants in other cars, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The risk for injury and death are high for any driver who enters the road with trucks on it. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 19, 2023Trucking insurance is required for truck drivers, whether they are owner-operators or work for a trucking company. Your agent may build your customized trucking insurance plan by adding commercial auto and public liability coverage as state and federal regulations require. READ MORE >>
Thursday, December 29, 2022You may not think driving a commercial motor vehicle can be dangerous; however, truckers face their fair share of risk as well. Spending so many hours on the road leads to hundreds of deaths each year, along with thousands more injuries. It’s easy to become complacent behind the wheel, but truckers must always remember to drive with safety in mind. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, September 27, 2022When you spend long hours on the road, it’s no surprise that you’re statistically more likely to face a variety of risks, including accidents. One of these risks that not many people think about is complacency. Driving for a living makes it easy to forget just how dangerous the task can be. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 28, 2022Ask any driver who spends hours on the road each day driving, how safe the roads are and you may hear stories how many close calls they have had. Technology can assist with making driving a bit safer for drivers. With advancement in technology within the trucking industry, truckers can now feel safer than ever. READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 17, 2022Trucking insurance helps protect drivers and business owners from the adverse financial effects of an incident or accident. Owner-operators and tractor-trailer drivers must carry a minimum amount of commercial auto insurance as part of their trucking insurance package. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 19, 2021Cargo theft is a multi-billion dollar industry. In fact, since the economy took a turn for the worst, it seems that more and more truckers become the victim of a robbery. Unfortunately, cargo theft is a global enterprise. Every measure you take to secure your truck helps improve security, and it can prevent your business from losing money. READ MORE >>
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