Raising the Standards of the Trucking Industry
The FMCSA issued their final ruling for the new hours of service rules which largely will take effect on July 1, 2013. There are some provisions, such as changes in the definitions of egregious violations and on-duty time, which will take … Continue reading
Fred Schaffner EOBR Comments to MCSAC subcommittee 12-5-11 Click to listen to these powerful Comments On Monday December 5, 2011 Fred Schaffner addressed the FMCSA advisory commitee, MCSAC, regarding EOBRS. Fred has been a friend, colleague, and driver advocate, … Continue reading
Anne Ferro, Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, released information during her testimony on the pending truck driver hours of service (HOS) reforms before a House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011. As part … Continue reading
Jasons Law has been added to the Re-authoriztion of the Senate Transportation Bill-MAP 21 ( moving ahead for progress in the 21st Century ) We received a call this morning from an elated Hope Rivenburg, informing us that Jasons Law … Continue reading
Attendees traveled from twenty eight U.S. states and two countries to participate in the 1st Annual Truck Driver Social Media Convention. Drivers and industry professionals from Canada and Norway took part in the first-of-its-kind event, visiting with attendees from … Continue reading
Have you noticed? There’s something in the air….drivers are talking…but they’re not just talking, they’re discussing and sharing opinions, thoughts, and ideas about the challenges that they are continually facing. The social media websites are filled with buzz about: more … Continue reading
Established on July 2nd, 1965, The EEOC is an independent federal law enforcement agency that enforces laws against workplace discrimination, including retaliation against employees by their employer. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission states: “The law forbids retaliation when it comes … Continue reading
As truck drivers face stricter regulations within the industry, more drivers are considering turning away from a professional truck driving career. From the CSA, anti-idling laws, proposed ban on cell phone use, low wages, future HOS rule changes and the … Continue reading
In what was called the “Good Old Days”, truckers were known for their strong-willed, tough-as-nails persona, never to back down from a regulatory fight. Running the road was their way of life, just give them the load, step back and … Continue reading
Discussing Real Life Trucking
