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Written by James Johnson Historically, insurance companies offered Ocean Marine insurance to protect owners from loss of cargo during international voyages by sea.  In the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution gave rise to new types of property called “exposures on land”. Exposures on land were considered things like telegraphs, railroad equipment, and other types of property with which the fire …

Ingredients: 2 cups white or jasmine rice 2 cups coconut milk 2 cups water 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon white vinegar 2-3 teaspoons sugar 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups diced mango ¼ cup chopped parsley or cilantro ½ cup sliced green onions ¼ teaspoon black pepper Directions: Combine rice, coconut milk, water, salt, vinegar, and sugar in a saucepan …

Recipe from Phil Sheridan Ingredients: 4 pounds chicken wings, halved at joints, wingtips discarded 2 Tablespoons baking powder *aluminum free 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder Buffalo sauce: 1/3 cup Frank’s Wings Hot Sauce 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar 1 Tablespoon water Instructions:  Adjust your oven rack to the upper-middle position. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack …

Have you ever wondered what the requirements are in your state to start or expand your trucking company? Whether you deliver in your home state or in all 48 states, we can help. We work with each trucking company individually and help keep your authority in compliance. What is an intrastate hauler? If a driver or company is only delivering …

There is something so perfect about growing up in a time of simplicity and humility. The neighborhoods of Los Angeles, CA provided this for Jennifer Jeffries, as this is where she called home. As a child, it would be a common sight to see her playing hopscotch and hide and seek in front of her home. She also remembers roaming …

Dushyant “Alex” Malviya has been involved in the trucking industry for most of his life, which sparked his interest in recently starting his own trucking company. Alex’s passion for cars and trucks started years ago as a young child. Even from this young age, he was always interested in all things mechanical, working with cars, being a truck driver, and …

Jodi Godinez of our Trucking Department submitted this recipe and says, “This recipe originated with my sister Kathy, and it’s been a staple at many a family gathering dessert-grazing table for the past 20 years or more. Brownies, check! Chocolate chips, check! Gooey caramel, check, check! Can be made with or without nuts. I like them without.” Ingredients: 50 caramels …

What happens if you get hurt by another vehicle that hits your car but doesn’t have enough insurance or any insurance at all to pay for the injuries? Having Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists Coverage on your policy might be the answer. Uninsured/Underinsured Motorists Coverage applies when you’re the victim of a hit and run (excluding some states), the accident is not your …

What is the difference between a Mobile and Manufactured Home? Mobile and manufactured homes are similar in that they are built in factories, rest on a movable chassis, and are single story. The difference between them is in 1976 a new federal law mandated stricter safety standards for their construction and at that point they were referred to as manufactured …

Temecula Custom Extrusions (TCE), located in Temecula, California and founded by Fernando Lopez, President/CEO/Engineer of the company. Manager of TIS Benefits Department, Frank Faldmo, states, “While working with them, providing their employee benefits, I was impressed by their organization and professionalism, yet how down to earth they were and are when dealing with their employees and business partners. The workspace …

This is a meal that even a home of picky eaters can enjoy. Ingredients: 6 strips (uncooked) bacon cut into small pieces 3 Tablespoon’s butter (unsalted or salted will work) 1 medium yellow onion chopped (about 1.5 cup/200g) 3 large garlic cloves minced ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (42g) 2 ½ lbs. gold potatoes peeled and diced into pieces no larger …

This is her go-to BBQ take along that even her 16-year-old daughter loves to make. Ingredients: 1 package spaghetti noodles- cook until al dente, then rinse with cold water Sliced olives 1 Green Pepper (chopped) ½ Red Onion (chopped) 1 ½ cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese Peperoni sliced in half (as much as your heart desires) 1 ½- 2 cups …

The Fearless LLC is a for-hire trucking company located in Chino, CA that hauls dry general freight. It was named after the owner, Shaun, and his wife, Temia’s favorite verse- Psalm 27:1. The verse states, “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?  The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be …

Let’s face it. These days, we want everything now. Convenience is a must. From grocery shopping to online banking, the power of technology is at our fingertips. Why should your truck insurance be any different?  There are many benefits to using TIS24, and this article will highlight some of the perks to having access to your truck insurance on the …

“This is actually a receipt that my mom’s best friend, somebody that I consider an aunt, taught me how to make. I would spend many days in the summer at her house playing with her nephew who would visit from Washington with her daughter. We would go to the pool or the water park, and she would always make these …

“This is something that my mom always made growing up, and everybody always loved it and talked about it. She taught me how to make it, and I will continue to carry it on and pass it down.” Makes about 30 Lumpia Ingredients: Lumpia Wrappers – Can be purchased at your local Asian store 2 bell peppers 3 Carrots 3 …