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Why the Trucking Industry has Seen Lower Profit Margins Blog Post Image

Why the Trucking Industry has Seen Lower Profit Margins

September 25, 2018

The trucking industry, as a whole, is one of the biggest industries in the United States, representing over 80% of the nation’s entire freight bill, according to industry data from the American Trucking Association (ATA). In 2016, the industry generated $738.9 billion in gross freight revenues (pri
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The Most Important Safety Rules for Trucking Operations

September 18, 2018

Long-haul trucking may sound like a simple job to those who aren’t familiar with the trucking industry. Load up a truck, hop into the cab and head off to your destination; what could be more simple than that? However, the reality of a trucking job is a lot more complex than that. Few other jobs req
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When is Cargo Insurance Necessary for a Shipment?

September 11, 2018

Motor truck cargo insurance coverage, or cargo insurance for short, is a type of liability coverage that protects drivers while they are transporting someone else’s property. This type of policy is designed to protect both the driver and the cargo from financial loss if items become damaged or lost
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Our United Specialty Program for the Trucking Industry

September 04, 2018

Most business owners in the trucking industry understand the importance of having comprehensive commercial liability insurance to minimize and manage the involved risks. However, not all trucking insurance companies and programs are equal, and it’s important for agents to ensure they are properly a
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The Biggest Professional Liabilities in Transportation

August 28, 2018

Professionals in the transportation industry are vulnerable to financial exposures and professional liabilities that result from mistakes or failures in the performance of their services - just like professionals in any other industry. Transportation professionals in any facet, including but not li
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The Most Important Risk Management Measures for Contractors

August 21, 2018

In order to manage a construction project successfully, the contractor that is overseeing it should be well versed in managing project risks. From the moment the project enters the planning and preparation stage, identifying all possible exposures should be a top priority. Below are the best risk m
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The Coverage Every Freight Broker Should Have

August 14, 2018

A freight brokerage or independent freight broker is responsible for facilitating the movement of a company’s freight via a quality carrier. They are tasked with pairing shippers with carriers, scheduling and tracking each load of cargo and keeping in communication with the carrier throughout the s
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The Challenges Faced By Today’s Trucking Company Owners

August 07, 2018

The trucking industry, while mainly composed of small and medium-sized businesses, is one of the biggest industries in the United States. According to the American Trucking Associations’ (ATA) American Trucking Trends 2017 report, trucking generated $676.2 billion in 2016, which is 79.8% of the nat
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Trucking Liability: A Key Coverage in the Transportation Industry

July 24, 2018

Driving a truck is a big part of many business models, whether it is part of transporting goods and service from one business to another, or in a way that encounters more of the general public. Just like auto insurance is required for the vehicle you drive everyday for personal use, trucking liabil
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Trucking Liability: A Key Coverage in the Transportation Industry

July 24, 2018

Driving a truck is a big part of many business models, whether it is part of transporting goods and service from one business to another, or in a way that encounters more of the general public. Just like auto insurance is required for the vehicle you drive everyday for personal use, trucking liabil
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