Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Trucking Industry Insurance Solutions
Georgia Motor Trucking Association has been dedicated to providing tailored insurance and supplemental benefits solutions for the trucking industry since 1989. Our team understands the unique challenges faced by trucking companies and owner operators, offering specialized coverage options that address the needs of drivers with varying health conditions. We collaborate with 12 major insurance carriers to deliver competitive products, including guaranteed issue life insurance and critical illness plans, ensuring accessibility for drivers who may be declined elsewhere. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, with specialists who meet drivers on-site or via phone at any hour to provide low-pressure, educational consultations.With decades of combined experience in insurance and financial planning, our team has earned recognition as top producers nationwide while maintaining a commitment to transparency and client-centric support. We specialize in aligning benefits packages with the financial security needs of families and businesses, adapting to client schedules to maximize accessibility. Our expertise extends to motor carrier coverages, including contingent liability and occupational accident insurance, solidifying our position as a trusted partner in the industry.
Services
Life Insurance
Accident Plans
Critical Illness Coverage
Short Term Disability
Motor Carrier Liability
Voluntary Term Life
Cancer Protection
Flexible Spending Accounts
Owner Operator Coverage
401K Plans
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in trucking industry insurance solutions
- Our team provides on-site consultations to accommodate drivers' schedules nationwide
- We secure guaranteed issue life insurance options for drivers declined elsewhere
- Our specialists deliver low-pressure, educational benefit explanations tailored to drivers
- We maintain partnerships with 12 major insurance carriers for comprehensive coverage options
What people say
Second to none service
Competitive benefits packages
Retain drivers effectively
Highly encourage their services
Understand driver needs
Services
Life Insurance
We provide guaranteed issue life insurance options specifically designed for truck drivers. Our policies offer simplified enrollment with no medical questions required for qualified applicants. This coverage helps protect families from unexpected financial burdens while providing peace of mind for drivers.
Accident Plans
Our accident insurance plans cover hospital bills resulting from work-related injuries. The policies provide financial support for medical expenses with clear benefit structures. This protection helps drivers manage costs associated with unexpected accidents during their professional activities.
Critical Illness Coverage
We offer lump sum payments upon diagnosis of critical health conditions. This coverage supports drivers facing major medical events by providing immediate financial resources. The plans help cover treatment costs and living expenses during recovery periods.
Short Term Disability
Our paycheck protection plan replaces income lost due to off-job injuries or illnesses. Benefits activate after two weeks of disability and continue up to six months. This coverage helps drivers maintain financial stability during recovery periods.
Owner Operator Coverage
We specialize in comprehensive benefits packages for independent truckers. Our offerings include occupational accident insurance and motor truck cargo coverage. These tailored solutions address the unique risk management needs of owner operators in the transportation industry.
People
Ted Mengel
CEO
Graduate of Furman University with 12 years in HR at Kroger. Founded Mengel Insurance in 2005 and GMTA Insurance Management in 2012. Chairman of cancer research golf tournament benefiting Jimmy V Foundation.
John Shafer
Benefits Specialist
University of Georgia graduate with experience in education and insurance. Top producer nationally for supplemental benefits. Works flexible hours to accommodate client needs while maintaining family commitments.
Tiffany VanHazebroeck
Benefits Specialist
University of Georgia marketing graduate with 8 years in marketing before transitioning to benefits. Top 10 producer nationally. Licensed in 9 states with experience in automotive and legal industries.
Marilyn Revier
Benefits Specialist
20+ years in insurance industry with experience in auto, home, and life insurance. Motivated by family experience to help obtain affordable coverage. Works with businesses of all sizes while maintaining active community involvement.
LaDonna Boyer
Benefits Specialist
UNC-Chapel Hill graduate with 30+ years in supplemental insurance. Bilingual with international experience. Motivated by personal experience with high medical costs for premature birth. Licensed in three states with industry specialization.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer for trucking companies?
We provide life insurance, accident plans, critical illness coverage, short term disability, and motor carrier liability insurance tailored to trucking operations.
Can owner operators get coverage through your agency?
Yes, we specialize in benefits packages for independent contractors including occupational accident insurance and guaranteed issue life insurance options.
How do you help drivers with pre-existing conditions?
Our partnerships with 12 major carriers allow us to secure coverage for drivers declined elsewhere, including guaranteed issue life insurance options without medical questions.
Do you offer 24/7 support for policyholders?
Our specialists are available by phone at all hours to assist drivers with benefit explanations and policy questions whenever needed.
How do you help companies retain drivers?
We provide competitive benefits packages that improve driver satisfaction through educational sessions and tailored coverage options that meet their specific needs.
