How Fleets Can Protect Themselves in an Era of Rising Risk

Big jury payouts — sometimes topping $100 million — are becoming more common across the trucking industry. These “nuclear verdicts” are driving up insurance costs, putting companies at risk, and threatening the stability of fleets large and small.

Now more than ever, fleet leaders need to understand where the risks are and take proactive steps to protect their business, their drivers, and their reputation.

This new industry whitepaper, Avoiding Nuclear Verdicts: How Fleets Can Protect Themselves in an Era of Rising Risk, helps safety-minded leaders:

• Break down what’s fueling the rise in nuclear (and even “thermonuclear”) verdicts

• Spot the weaknesses plaintiff attorneys often go after

• Get practical strategies to boost compliance and minimize risk

• Leverage safety data, technology, and better internal processes to build a strong legal defense

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