The largest liability facing the moving and storage industry is motor vehicle accidents. When larger commercial vehicles are involved in accidents the bodily injury and damage to personal property is 3 to 4 times more severe than accidents that involve private passenger vehicles. A company that takes the time to select the proper driver and…
Commercial Truck Theft
Commercial truck theft is on the rise and drivers need to realize their vehicles are targeted by thieves. “In 1998,” explained commissioner Dwight Helmick, “1,734 trucks and 4,879 trailers were stolen. Because of their high value, these large trucks and trailers – along with the their cargo – represent a tremendous financial loss for their…
Accident Procedure
When involved in an accident it is critical that the driver collect as much information as possible so investigation and claims handling, by both the company safety officer and insurance company claims adjusters, can take place in the most efficient manner possible. Accident Checklist
Accident Investigation / Claims Reporting
The best way to control long term claims costs is to establish and train employees on the proper method for accident investigation and reporting. Accident investigation and reporting are critical in reducing the costs of both workers’ compensation and vehicle accidents. A good report provides the claims adjusters with the all of the information needed…
Safe Driving Tips
Traffic related accidents are the number one killer of American workers’, according to a report by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The report states that three workers are killed everyday while driving, riding in, or working around motor vehicles. Prevention plays an important role in reducing the number and rate of…
IRS 20 Factors for Determining Employee Status
Because of the continuing controversy surrounding the classification of workers as independent contractors or employees, you might want to review the 20 factors the IRS uses to make the determination. What’s at stake? If a worker is an independent contractor, the employer need not withhold income or payroll taxes, nor pay the employer’s portion of…