09/30/2026
Distracted Driving = Nuclear Verdicts
A split-second glance at a phone can turn an ordinary commercial auto accident into a catastrophic liability claim.
When distracted driving is involved, the issue is no longer just the accident. Plaintiff attorneys may focus on what the employer knew, what policies were in place, whether drivers received training, and whether they tolerated unsafe behavior.
BUSINESS OWNERS SHOULD BE ASKING:
• Do we have a written distracted-driving policy?
• Is cell phone use clearly prohibited while driving?
• Are drivers trained and the policy documented?
• Are Motor Vehicle Records reviewed regularly?
• Are our auto liability and umbrella limits adequate for today’s litigation environment?
THE REAL EXPOSURE
A serious accident can threaten far more than an insurance policy. It can threaten the business itself.
If employees drive for work, your commercial auto coverage, hired and non-owned auto exposure, umbrella limits, driver controls, and overall risk-management program all deserve regular review.
At Hanlon Insurance Agency, our executive officers hold the CPCU and CIC designations, bringing experienced guidance to commercial auto coverage, liability limits, risk management, and coverage gap analysis.
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Hanlon Insurance Agency, LLC
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Rockaway, NJ 07866
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