Thursday, May 6, 2021 Motor Truck Cargo Legal Liability Insurance, also referred to as Cargo Insurance, covers the loss or damage to the freight you are hauling. When hauling cargo, there is always a risk that it could be damaged or stolen. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 29, 2021 Although insurance is a touchy subject to some, it is a requirement that all trucking companies cannot avoid. Accidents happen. Safety procedures are put into place to avoid them, but sometimes it’s inevitable. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 22, 2021 On February 12th, 2021, the FMCSA issued yet another extension on the COVID-19 emergency declaration. The original FMCSA emergency waiver was issued in March 2020 and has been extended eight times. The declaration provides relief from HOS regulations to truck drivers providing direct assistance during the pandemic until May 31st. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 15, 2021 It is no surprise that truck driving is one of the most dangerous jobs in America. It requires long work hours, high concentration levels, and skill. Even if drivers follow every safety precaution, they cannot avoid some of the challenges they face while on the road. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 8, 2021 Getting stopped for an inspection in the middle of a delivery is a situation every truck driver dreads. Inspections are time-consuming and interfere with a driver's schedule for delivering their load on time. However, they are essential for regulating safety conditions for everyone on the road. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 1, 2021 Being a trucker means you have to abide by many federal and state rules and regulations. One of the many regulations a trucker has to comply with is insurance filings. There are many filings required for a truck driver to be compliant. READ MORE >>
Friday, March 26, 2021 Accidents happen every day. The best way to prepare for an accident is by having insurance. Truckers need many different coverages to stay compliant with Federal and State regulations. But, what coverage do you need to purchase to ensure YOUR vehicle is covered? READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 11, 2021 Every trucker knows that they need Insurance. However, what insurance they need to be compliant with Federal and State regulations might not be common knowledge. So, what coverage do all trucking companies need to be legal to drive on the road? READ MORE >>
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) announced its annual Brake Safety Week will proceed as scheduled on August 23-29. Inspectors will be looking for critical out-of service brake violations along with other OOS violations. Brake hoses/tubing must be properly attached, undamaged, without leaks, and appropriately flexible. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
The Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is an online database that went into effect with full compliance on January 6, 2020. This means that employers, medical review officers, substance abuse professionals, and state law enforcement personnel are required to report drug and alcohol tes... READ MORE >>
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