The Florida Trucking Industry remains in high demand from our citrus produce to the Miami and Jacksonville ports. Florida commercial truck drivers are the back bone in the Florida trucking industry and also the future in the commercial trucking industry. Most truckers start in the industry leased on to larger trucking companies in order to gain the experience and to network in the trucking industry. […]
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Owner Operator Tips to Save Money!
Owner operators are always on the road for long periods of time. Constantly thinking about where their next load will take them while trying to make the most money they can for their family. There are a variety of small ways that the owner operator can save money in their business and here are just a few. One of the easiest ways to save money […]
Oversize-Overweight Truck Loads
In the commercial truck insurance industry there is a variety of required paperwork that the trucker must have filed with the federal and state authorities when trucking for hire. Every state has different laws and permits that are required. In the State of Texas the trucker must obtain an oversize / overweight permit from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles if your vehicle and/or load […]
Pet Injury Coverage
When a long haul trucker is on the road it can get lonely. Some commercial truckers take their pet with them on the road to ease the drive. J.E.B. Insurance Services, LLC has a commercial truck insurance policy that protects your dog or cat at no charge. Pets are part of your family, and when you take them with you in the commercial truck, they’re […]
Commercial Truck Physical Damage Coverage
Spring Season is here and with that brings some unpredictable weather. Tornado Season has arrived early and hit the Dallas Texas area today. When shopping for commercial truck insurance it is important that you have physical damage coverage for your tractor and trailer in the case of an unexpected weather event. Physical Damage for your commercial truck provides coverage for direct physical loss to equipment […]
Are you a Real Life Trucking Hero?
Progressive Commercial Insurance has launched an online contest that is open to all commercial truck drivers who operate tractor trucks or tow trucks. The Progressive Commercial Insurance department is asking you to nominate yourself or have your friends and family to share stories of bravery or heroic actions on the road. Once you have entered the contest encourage your friends to vote for your heroic story […]
Tax Season is Here!
Spring is in the air and so is the tax season. When it comes to tax deductions for commercial truck drivers, you may be confused about what items are actually deductible. Commercial truck drivers stand to benefit greatly from the deductions that have been put in place by Uncle Sam. If you choose to prepare your taxes yourself you need to be aware of exactly […]
Combined Deductible
What happens when you get into an accident and you are at fault? One of your worst fears come true and you jackknife the truck and your cargo is all over the road. Most likely your heart starts beating a bit fast and the panic begins to set in for the short term. You see that your tractor and trailer are both damaged and you […]
Texas Truck Insurance
Texas is known as the second largest state in the United States. Texas has also been given the nickname the Lone Star State to signify Texas as an independent republic and as a reminder of the state’s struggle for independence from Mexico. The “Lone Star” can be found on the Texas state flag and on the Texas state seal today. Since Texas borders Mexico you […]
Personal Injury Protection
Each State has insurance requirements in order to be considered legally insured. When purchasing your Florida truck insurance you are required to have a minimum limit of $10,000 personal injury protection coverage. When you purchased your Florida truck insurance did your agent inform you of the benefits of this coverage? You are paying your truck insurance agent to shop your insurance for the best coverage […]