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Tragic Accident in Unnao: Three Burnt Alive Kanpur: A tragic collision between a mini-truck and a dumper in the Bangarmau area of Unnao resulted in the deaths of three individuals who were burnt alive, as reported by the police on Wednesday morning. The victims included the drivers of both vehicles
Free Cruise Turns Costly for Minnesota Couple MINNEAPOLIS — Mike Cameron, a Minnesota truck driver with 25 years of experience, and his girlfriend, Tamra, faced an unexpected financial crisis after winning a free cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line. Excited to celebrate Tamra’s recent recovery from lu
Challenges in the Transportation Insurance Market The transportation sector is currently navigating a challenging insurance landscape. A report from Risk Strategies indicates that premiums are on the rise, with physical damage coverage increasing by 20% to 25%, umbrella liability by 10% to 30%, and
Last year, insurance was among the top five pressing issues for the trucking sector. High-profile “nuclear verdicts,” extreme weather that endangered cargo, and ongoing pandemic concerns dominated the conversation. The emergence of autonomous vehicles introduces new complexities to the matter. Truck
Calculating Cost Per Mile Truckers need to steer clear of aimless decision-making. When aviation first emerged, pilots were akin to daring cowboys in the sky, executing stunts like flying in and out of barns with little more than basic equipment. As time went on, however, these untrained pilots ofte
Electronic logging devices (ELDs) for trucks aim to enhance safety, but what implications arise when plaintiffs’ attorneys utilize ELD logbook data against trucking firms? Understanding the Role of ELDs in Trucking Electronic logging devices, mandated by the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Adminis
Insurance Headache After Truck Accident in Queens WOODSIDE, Queens (WABC) – A rental truck, typically used for moving, caused a massive insurance dilemma after it crashed into over 40 cars in Queens. Owners are facing steep repair bills amounting to hundreds of thousands of dollars, and many require
Understanding Commercial Truck Insurance Commercial truck insurance is not a one-size-fits-all solution. The coverage required varies with each driver and the type of cargo being transported. Essential Coverage Types It is important to know the types of commercial insurance required by states, shipp
Traditional insurance serves as a risk transfer mechanism for fleets, enabling them to conduct business with reduced anxiety. Recently, however, captive insurance has emerged as a more appealing alternative. During the TTSAO’s yearly conference in Brampton on February 29, a speaker highlighted the m
