Public policy dictates the costs associated with trucking, and consumers ultimately shoulder these financial burdens.
Stay informed about how these policies affect you by subscribing to our email updates.
Contact Us
Legislation targeting fraudulent and abusive claims against drivers and vehicles owners' insurance policies can help control insurance expenses. State agencies studying public policy challenges rank auto-related insurance fraud as the most severe issue.
Escalating insurance costs stem from inflated medical claims, opportunistic and arbitrary "pain and suffering" compensation demands, and claims demanding punitive penalties for accidents resulting from routine non-malicious mistakes rather than intending to harm. Typically, these arise from lawsuits initiated by opportunistic marketers seeking windfall fee income. 78% of voters said lawsuit marketers are more focused on making their fee income than true justice for their clients.
Learn more about The SC Justice Act, a critical first step in addressing this problem.
VITAL STATS
Trucks are essential to our modern life, delivering nearly everything we use and consume.
THE HUMAN ELEMENT
Trucking is people-driven, with countless more behind the scenes. Our supply chain needs a steady workforce pipeline.
Use your voice and social media platforms to raise awareness about the importance of the trucking industry in South Carolina and the challenges truckers face. Sharing information will help garner support.
