Sysco Atlanta destroyed my brand new trailer...

Wonder if the right guy could weld that up and then grind smooth. Maybe tig weld. Not sure, but would do some looking around for an old school craftsman, who are in short supply nowadays.

 

Is it practical to put a hidden camera in the trailer?

 

Shame we have to think that way, but here we are, a camera pretty hard to fight. In this case, these schmucks knew they did the damage, and did nothing. A camera probably wouldn't help here, but a great idea, none the less.

 

Here is OUR (Berkshire Hathaway) definition for physical damage coverage........

Collision Coverage
Caused by:
(1) The covered "auto's" collision with another
object; or
(2) The covered "auto's" overturn.

Specified Causes Of Loss Coverage
Caused by:
(1) Fire, lightning or explosion;
(2) Theft;
(3) Windstorm, hail or earthquake;
(4) Flood;
(5) Mischief or vandalism; or
(6) The sinking, burning, collision or derailment
of any conveyance transporting
the covered "auto".

No where is the contract between you and the insurance carrier does it say we will pay for actions of others, except as specified (2 & 5).

While irresponsible on behalf of Sysco's employees, I can't see where the insurance carrier should cover the loss.

Your only resolution is to have YOUR attorney present them with a claim. Sysco's General Liability policy will cover the acts of their employees.

 

Sysco didn't unload your trailer. Probably Capstone or any other lumper company.
Sysco will deny any claims because they didn't do unload, Capstone will deny because you was in Sysco.

 

I had a problem with a receiver that denied responsibility for their employees tearing up the inside of my new reefer too. I eventually got the compensation due - but that's another story.

To prevent this from happening again or my not having rock solid proof I installed 4 cameras that record everything. There are nice bright LED lights recessed into the roof. There is a big sign on both the left and right that state - You are being recorded by a CCTV system.

Total cost was a little over $5000 for equipment and install. The cameras come from Falcon Electronics. It gives me the ability to see and record what is going on in the dock and warehouse. I think it has been a worthwhile investment.

 

Insurance is like a warranty its good until you need it!

 

Good for what exactly?