Insurance BlogWednesday, July 01 2020
Image borrowed from cdlife.com Orlando, Fla.—It is almost imposible to believe that with the times we’re living in, truck companies and drivers facing so many challenges already with the global pandemic which has completely changed the tapestry of the way we all do business, added to the threat of a possible dramatic increase on insurance premiums, and now— truck drivers are challenged by riots and vandals looking to cause damage to their truck while in states or cities with lack of police vigilance in some cases non existing. As reported by cdlife.com one angry protester took out his frustrations on two trucks in Louisiana. The company owns 3 trucks and has them leased on with the family’s business which started fifty years ago. They had even added a new set of fenders 3 days before the vandalism. However, knowing that trucking insurance is expensive, the did not even consider to turn this incident into a claim. Thanks to video surveillance, police identified the suspect and was brought to justice. In New Bedford, vandals targeted a truck that the United Way uses to deliver food. Staff members were getting ready for a routine day, taking donated foods to local food pantries in need when they noticed the vandalism. The front window was fixed immediately, but the truck wasn’t ready to be driven, although staff members said nothing woud stop them from serving those in need. Not only these are sad stories, but ones that continue to add to the cost burden for repairs on these already stressed out hard workers. We have not stressed enough, the importance of truck drivers and the trucking industry in our daily routines. From food to medical supplies, and we are now at the beginning of the 2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Day in and day out, a truck driver saves our lives out there, putting themselves at risk for us to bring home those essential supplies. As Florida’s premier delivery, logistics, and courier insurance agency, at Florida Transportation Insurance we understand the demands of your business and how to best protect it from costly risks and liabilities.Whether you have one Truck or Van, or one hundred, we can design the right program for your business at a competitive premium. Businesses we insure: • Same Day Delivery • Courier Service • Home Delivery • White Glove Delivery • Expedited Delivery • Freight Broker / Forwarder • Restaurant Delivery • Grocery Delivery • Logistics & Warehouse Services Our local presence in the state of Florida eliminates the need to find insurance trough an agent you never met. As your insurance agents, it is our responsibility to provide you the best service and coverage, at the best possible price. With 10+ years in the Central Florida transportation insurance industry, our staff and agents, have the knowledge to protect drivers and public auto businesses from owner/operators to fleets owners. We know what it takes to keep your business on the road safely and profitably. With some of the best coverages and services in the industry, along with our extensive experience in the transportation industry, we can make it an advantage for you. Oscar Pacheco - Licensed Agent |