Trucker's Blog — Self-employed drivers

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As the backbone of the transportation industry, owner-operators play a critical role in the economy. They are the ones responsible for delivering goods to various destinations across the country, making sure that businesses and individuals have access to the products they need. However, insurance companies are taking advantage of these self-employed drivers by charging exorbitant premiums that diminish their profits and make it harder for them to stay afloat. For many owner-operators, the cost of insurance is one of their biggest expenses. In some cases, it can cost between $1500-1800 to insure just one truck with no prior accident history....