Trucking 101 Archives - Colonial Insurance Services https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/category/trucking-101/ Owner-Operator & Fleet Trucking Insurance Fri, 20 Jan 2017 02:25:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 The Importance of Reporting All Claims, All the Time https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/importance-reporting-claims/ Fri, 20 Jan 2017 02:13:55 +0000 http://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/?p=4156 You’ve heard it before and here it is again: it is critical that report all claims, regardless of fault, right away to your insurance carrier. Here are some frequently asked...

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You’ve heard it before and here it is again: it is critical that report all claims, regardless of fault, right away to your insurance carrier. Here are some frequently asked questions from our clients: Read more…

 

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]]> Why Every Trucking Firm Needs to Have a Good Lawyer on Speed Dial https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/trucking-firm-good-lawyer-speed-dial/ Wed, 28 Dec 2016 15:14:14 +0000 http://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/?p=4145 Today, I wanted to share with you my thoughts on why every trucking firm needs to have a good lawyer on speed dial. As most of you know, primary auto...

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]]> Today, I wanted to share with you my thoughts on why every trucking firm needs to have a good lawyer on speed dial. As most of you know, primary auto liability provides legal defense against auto-related injuries and property damage. Trucking is a complex business that involves dealing with multiple parties: drivers, shippers, brokers, government, other motor carriers. Read more…

 

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]]> Multiple Agents Bidding Is A Mistake https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/multiple-agent-bidding-mistake/ Mon, 05 Dec 2016 19:37:11 +0000 http://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/?p=4126 We receive numerous calls every day from truckers looking to discuss their insurance programs. Most of our conversations are from truckers looking for ways to reduce their annual premium. And,...

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]]> We receive numerous calls every day from truckers looking to discuss their insurance programs. Most of our conversations are from truckers looking for ways to reduce their annual premium. And, most times we discover they’ve also spoken with a handful of other insurance agents as well. It’s a common misconception among truckers that having multiple insurance agents work on a quote, the better (and lower) your insurance premium will be. After all, isn’t competition healthy? Well, yes … but mostly, no. Read on to find out why

 

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]]> Commercial Truck Insurance Myths https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/commercial-truck-insurance-myths/ Thu, 24 Mar 2016 16:30:26 +0000 http://www.cargo-insurance.us/?p=1 While the insurance world can seem complex and intimidating, it’s important to understand how your insurance works to avoid coverage gaps and to obtain the most affordable policy for your...

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]]> truck-insurance-mythsWhile the insurance world can seem complex and intimidating, it’s important to understand how your insurance works to avoid coverage gaps and to obtain the most affordable policy for your trucking operation. In this article, we’ve compiled some of the most common commercial truck insurance myths we’ve encountered.  Continue reading …

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]]> What is MCS-90? https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/what-is-mcs-90/ Sat, 26 Jan 2013 16:19:14 +0000 http://themenectar.com/demo/salient/?p=82 Posted on October 30, 2015 by Colonial Insurance in Trucking 101 To be legal on the road, every motor carrier is required to show proof that it carries enough insurance...

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Posted on October 30, 2015 by Colonial Insurance in Trucking 101

To be legal on the road, every motor carrier is required to show proof that it carries enough insurance to cover claims that they are liable to pay. The MCS-90 endorsement is the required proof that the motor carrier is in compliance with the federal rules.  Continue reading…

 

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]]> 8 Steps to Get Your Operating Authority https://www.colonialtruckinginsurance.com/8-steps-to-get-your-operating-authority/ Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:45:17 +0000 http://themenectar.com/demo/salient/?p=124 Posted on October 30, 2015 by Colonial Insurance in Trucking 101 It takes approximately 30-35 days to complete your authority process from start to finish. Below is a breakdown of...

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Posted on October 30, 2015 by Colonial Insurance in Trucking 101

It takes approximately 30-35 days to complete your authority process from start to finish. Below is a breakdown of each step. Colonial Insurance can help you get your authority quickly and hassle-free through our network on authority experts.  Continue reading…

 

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