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Is it the law to have to have bobtail insurance?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Shotgun94, Jan 4, 2019.

  1. Jan 4, 2019 #1
    Shotgun94

    Shotgun94 Medium Load Member

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    Bobtail Insurance also known as non Trucking liability insurance. Is it required by law? So for example you trying to drive to orientation before your carrier has helped you get all the other things done.
    Can I drive their, without bobtail insurance?
    If not where can I find some that isnt going to cost a ton just for a few hundred miles?
    Thx again.
     
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  3. Jan 4, 2019 #2
    blade

    blade Heavy Load Member

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    If you don’t have any insurance on the truck while driving yes that is illegal!!! I would check with the carrier to see if they can get you a temp policy to get to orientation. Or check with your local agencies for a 30 day policy
     
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  4. Jan 4, 2019 #3
    Rideandrepair

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    You need insurance either way. If you’re planning on getting some sort of discount through Carrier. You can still purchase insurance with said Ins co.
     
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  5. Jan 5, 2019 #4
    Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    Bobtail Ins is what you need, as Liability will be covered by whoever you lease on to while working.
     
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  7. Jan 5, 2019 #5
    snowwy

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  8. Jan 5, 2019 #6
    stillwurkin

    stillwurkin Road Train Member

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    Except in the large cities and new jersey. JK.
     
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  9. Jan 5, 2019 #7
    snowwy

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    I don't know about jersey. But I can personally speak for california from a friend who happened to get rear ended.
     
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