Big Sky Underwriters -- Transportation

Our applications are available online for both auto and garage coverage. It does not matter as much which company application you choose but it must be completely filled out. Remember the more information you provide allows us to offer a more accurate and comprehensive quote.

Do we write tow trucks and can you include all coverages to make the MV-5 filings?

Yes, we can write the auto liability, on hook, garage, garagekeepers and cargo coverages. Filings are made with Montana Highway Patrol.

Do you write coverage for Repossors?

We do write repossors that use a wrecker or a rollback to pick up the vehicle. We do not write them if they drive the vehicles away.

Who do I contact for transportation or garage risks?

Please contact our New Business Underwriter, Beverly Bateman at extension 54 or via email at beverly@bigskyunderwriters.com. Beverly handles business in all states and for all agents. You can also contact her assistant, Caroline DeRosia at extension 55 or via email at caroline@bigskyunderwriters.com.

How can I submit a claim?

Please complete an Acord Loss Notice with any additional information you have regarding the claim and fax it to 406.721.9311 or email it to cl@bigskyunderwriters.com. If you have questions regarding the loss, please contact Caroline at 406.532.2161 extension 55 or via email at caroline@bigskyunderwriters.com.

How do I find an application for an auto garage risk?

We offer our most frequently used applications and questionnaires on our website. Please click on “Transportation” and “Applications” to view and print them. If you don’t find what you are looking for, contact Beverly at extension 54 or Caroline at extension 55 for more information.

Do you write repair shops?

Yes, we write them for cars, pickups, large trucks, motorcycles and incidental equipment repair.

Do you write taxis and limousines?

Yes, we write both through an admitted market.

**Please remember the information is subject to change. For specific information, please contact your underwriter or refer to policy wording. **

Our goal is to provide the high-quality service and underwriting expertise our agents expect. We are pleased to answer questions regarding our products and services.

Department Email: cl@bigskyunderwriters.com

Department Phone Number: 406.532.2160

Beverly Bateman
New Business and Renewal Underwriter beverly@bigskyunderwriters.com
Ext. 54

Beverly was born and raised in Great Falls, Montana and began working in the insurance industry for Travelers Insurance in 1969 as a policy typist. In 1979, she went to work for Rocky Mountain General Agency as an assistant underwriter. Beverly has worked in standard lines, excess and surplus lines as well as personal lines and has served two terms on the Montana Surplus Lines Agents Association. She received her CIC designation in 2000 and moved to Kalispell in 2004. She spent nine years as a foster parent and adopted two daughters. In her spare time, Beverly enjoys working in her flower beds, taking long rides, camping, traveling, and crafts.

Caroline DeRosia
Assistant Underwriter
caroline@bigskyunderwriters.com
Ext. 55

Caroline grew up in St. Ignatius, Montana and is the second youngest of two brothers and seven sisters. She moved to Kalispell in 1984 and received a two year degree in Secretarial Science from Flathead Valley Community College. Caroline began working at Service Office in 1985 which was later purchased by Hull & Company. She is a proud mother of three girls (ages 21, 19 & 12) and became a grandma in November of 2008. She enjoys watching Nascar, bull riding, real life stories on TV, working outside, acrylic painting, and collecting stamps and Jeff Gordon memorabilia

** Please send any applications, change requests, cancellation requests or other inquiries to our general Transportation/Commercial Lines email, cl@bigskyunderwriters.com.

Automobile/Trucks | Public Auto | Garage