John Woods, contributorJohn Woods is Vice President, National Practice Group Leader, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox BusinessTrucking industry imperiled by spike in nuclear verdictsLarge court-ordered verdicts are fueling higher prices for Truckers Auto Liability Insurance and reducing access to Excess Liability Insurance – two critical types of coverage because of the severity of many trucking accidents.November 11, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesBusinessShippers wary of rising transportation costs as fleets put the brakes on spending92% of carriers delayed, reduced, or canceled planned investments in 2025.Mergers & AcquisitionsEstes acquires Washington-based Key TruckingHomeTrump, EPA make good on promise to toss emissions regsEmissionsFeds set to strike key emissions tentpole this weekFeatured SponsorNoregon’s Industry Outlook is designed for you to plan smarter for 2026 and beyond.