Understanding Owner Operator Motor Truck Cargo Insurance – and Who’s Carmack?
“Hmmmm…so if something goes wrong, who IS responsible for all that stuff I’m hauling in the back of my truck?” The “Cargo” in the back
“Hmmmm…so if something goes wrong, who IS responsible for all that stuff I’m hauling in the back of my truck?” The “Cargo” in the back
So Picture This: You’ve advertised for a driver (using a logo your creative nephew designed) and as the new driver is making his delivery to
Has anyone ever said to you, “You’re liable to get sued!” Everyone has heard it, but what does the word “liable” mean? It means you’re
Owner Operator, do you ever drive along and wonder “Exactly What IS Phys Dam?” “Phys Dam” is short for Physical Damage. Physical Damage is the
I’ve written before on choices Owner Operator Independent Contractors have in purchasing “In-House” insurance coverage through their Motor Carrier, “Independent” insurance plans on their own
CIS shares an interesting and creative take on Amazon & Uber Logistics courtesy of TradeMachines.com: “A new era brings new expectations: faster delivery & higher
Truck Industry Leaders shared thoughts and information with key Transportation Insurance Companies and Agents at the 2017 MCIEF – Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation Conference
Introducing the Mohawks! CIS Truck Insurance is proud to sponsor our first (adorable) baseball team for the 2017 Fall Ball season through the Northeast Ohio
Wal-Mart has partnered with Google Express to challenge Amazon for voice ordered purchases. Wal-Mart will share a buyer’s purchase history with “Google’s Virtual Assistant”, enabling
Given the current ineptitude of our Senate and Congress, Obamacare is apparently destined to limp along indefinitely with few solid options for Independent Contractors. So
Two stories broke this week that should be of interest to Owner Operators and small Motor Carriers. The WSJ Logistics Report offered an expose on
Transportation Court Cases: CARGO The District Court in Maryland concluded that a plaintiff’s claims for loss or damage to freight were preempted by Carmack even
Perhaps this is just the start of what the Trump Bump looks like; The freedom of more choices and more opportunities. For years there have
CIS and Acuity Insurance have partnered to provide new insurance solutions for our community. John, C.C. and I just returned from their headquarters in Sheboygan,
Posted by Cliff J. on November 2, 2016 in Acuity’s Trucker Focus The FMCSA restricts the use of hand-held mobile devices by drivers of commercial vehicles.
Read the 4 quick summaries here so you’re in the loop of what’s going on, or grab a beverage and click to read the full
Non Trucking Liability or NTL, is frequently misunderstood because many Owner Operators think it simply means when not under dispatch. Read more to learn how
Why the “Company Plan” isn’t always the best choice for an Independent Contractor’s Liability and Physical Damage Truck Insurance
Bob and Linda Caffee of Team Run Smart share candid advice on “How to start out as an Owner Operator Expediting Team”.
Truckers Lost Revenue Downtime when someone else hits YOU is not always clearcut. Truckers who have had a NAF (Not At Fault) Accident experience know
Here’s Progressive’s take on average rates for new Tractor Trailer Startups
If you enjoy reading about transportation law and how it an impact your company, click to check out Rob Moseley’s Fall Transportation Newsletter:
Posted By Shelly Benisch “Risky Business” Blog Expediters Online Sep 14th 2016 Today I thought I’d share some information from Guest Blogger Tommy Ruke, “The
~Hot Shots are 1 ton Duallys with Gooseneck Trailers
~Expediters can be Cargo Vans, Sprinters, Straight Trucks or Tractor Trailers
Both Hot Shots and Expediters haul time sensitive freight for hire across state lines
Insurance requirements differ depending on weight of vehicles and commodities
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By Shelly Benisch – C.I.C., CIS EXPEDITE NOW Article Ever wanted a cheat sheet on exactly WHAT questions you should ask a prospective Motor Carrier
Why Expedited Trucking industry standard for Cargo Vans and Sprinters is $1 Million Liability By Shelly Benisch Risky Business Blog Posted Aug 5th 2016 9:14AM ExpeditersOnline.com Here’s
Commercial Truck Requirement MCS-150 applies every 24 months for EXISTING Motor Carriers. This blog is a continuation of our earlier blog, Commercial Truck Insurance Requirement
Written by CCJ Staff | June 3, 2016 Commercial Carrier Journal A report released last month by shipper-carrier connection platform LaneAxis concludes roughly 40 percent
This educational AND inspirational article posted on Expediters Online is by Staff Writer Sean M Lyden. Henry Albert is insured through CIS. When you operate
General Liability vs Auto Liability By Shelly Benisch Given the number of policies with $1 Million General Liability and State Minimum Auto Liability currently popping
What about Cargo? By Shelly Benisch Risky Business Blog Posted Mar 11th 2016 ExpeditersOnline.com 11:13AM Everyone knows that Cargo insurance generally covers theft, fire
I.C. Cheat Sheet for Insurance Lingo I.C. Cheat Sheet for Expedite Truck Insurance Lingo Risky Business Blog Posted Mar 3rd 2016 ExpeditersOnline.com 12:14PM Several new
The Insurance Zone by Shelly Benisch – Expedite Now Magazine Why are the rates so different…That’s the question I hear weekly and struggle with because I
By Lawrence McCord, Publisher Expedite Now January 06, 2016 11:11:00 Shelly Benisch from CIS sheds some light on the commercial insurance industry: Tell us about yourself.
The Insurance Zone by Shelly Benisch Expedite Now Magazine Whether you’re a Motor Carrier or Owner Op, expect a professional TRS Insurance Agent to know
The Insurance Zone By Shelly Benisch – C.I.C., CIS September 14, 2015 10:47:00 – EXPEDITE NOW MAGAZINE Independent Contractor Owner Operators are in greater demand
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