What The European Truck Platooning Challenge Means For USA
As advancements in autonomous vehicles continue, the impact on the trucking industry could be massive. Self-driving technology possesses the potential to reduce significantly the number of ... READ MORE
First Steps Of ELD Compliance For Trucking Carriers
Advances in information technology continue to seriously impact the transportation industry. While industry analysts consider the upcoming revolution caused by the development of ... READ MORE
The Effect Of Long-Haul Trucking On Workers’ Compensation
Jurisdiction for Worker’s Compensation claims can be tricky in the trucking industry. Most long-haul truckers will not spend a significant portion of their time working in any one specific ... READ MORE
TRUCKERS AND IMES- A GROWING TREND AFTER ACCIDENTS
The federal rules of civil procedure allow parties to request opponents undergo an Independent Medical Examination (IME) where the physical or mental health of the party-opponent is in ... READ MORE
Vehicle Collision Avoidance Systems in Trucks: What to Know
Between 2009 and 2012, truck accident fatalities increased about 5% annually. Across the board, accidents involving tractor-trailers continue to increase. This has led to increases in ... READ MORE
What Is URS? And Where Did My MC Number Go?
The Unified Registration System is a new electronic on-line registration system that will streamline and simplify the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) registration ... READ MORE
EPA’s New Rule Could Seriously Affect The Trucking Industry
In May of 2015, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a new regulation that would change the definition of the “Waters of the United States.” (H.R.1732) The EPA asserts that ... READ MORE