Lawmakers Propose a Bill Requiring Trucks to Have Side Guards
Complying with state and federal trucking regulations is a significant responsibility for those operating in this industry. There are equipment, training, hiring and operational obligations that must...
View ArticleThe Logistics of Merging with, Acquiring Companies
Mergers and acquisitions are highly complicated business transactions that must be entered into with careful consideration. It is not as easy as a one-time transaction or purchase, and there are...
View ArticleShould Age Requirement Be Lowered for Interstate CDL?
Driving a truck can be a grueling, demanding occupation, especially for drivers who travel across the country. Not only do drivers face the risk of getting in an accident, they also need to find ways...
View ArticleTrucking Companies, Truckers Plagued by Parking Problems
Parking may not seem like a serious issue to most motorists. At most, it can be an infrequent, sometimes expensive, headache. However, for those in the trucking and transportation industry, parking is...
View ArticleWhat to Know when State and Federal Laws Differ
As we have mentioned numerous times in previous blog posts, one of the most important responsibilities business owners have is ensuring their company and operations comply with state and federal...
View ArticleNew emissions rule could cause issues for trucking companies
Many businesses across the country rely on trucking companies to deliver their products on time. Delivering freight or products by road is still the most common way to transport goods, which keeps this...
View ArticleUpdate on AB5: Law will not apply to truckers for now
As of January 1, Assembly Bill 5, commonly referred to as the gig-worker law, went into effect. California lawmakers passed the law in May of 2019. The law requires all employers to use the ABC Test to...
View ArticleSurvey: Rulings against trucking companies increasing
The road can be a dangerous place for anyone – but especially for trucking companies. A majority of their business takes place on the road, therefore auto accidents involving commercial trucks often...
View ArticleTrucking companies beware: Know the law before you act
Running all of the aspects of a trucking company requires great attention to detail. Employers must organize timetables, shipments as well as drivers to ensure they fulfill their contracts and maintain...
View ArticleAutonomous vehicles and the future of company liability
There are no independently self-driving vehicles on U.S. roads yet. Many transportation companies hope to change that. The auto industry proclaims that self-driving vehicles offer many safety features....
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