The "chameleon carrier" phenomenon is an insidious and deeply frustrating problem that has plagued our nation's highways for years. As advocates for highway safety, the CDL defense attorneys at Drivers Legal Plan®, recognize that this is a massive threat to the public, and we are… Read More
There is no such thing as a “minor” traffic ticket in the trucking world. In fact, as a CDL holder, you are held to a significantly higher legal standard than a non-commercial driver.
As CDL defense attorneys at Drivers Legal Plan®, we live and breathe CDL… Read More
It was a pleasure to recently sit down with my dear friend Todd Amen, President and CEO of ATBS, for our newest episode of The CDL Files podcast. Todd is a true pillar in the trucking industry when it comes to taxes and profitability for… Read More
If you’ve been driving for any length of time, you know the rules around independent contractors seem to change every time the wind blows. Just when the dust settled on the 2024 standards, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a newly proposed rule.
On February… Read More
The short answer? Unfortunately, yes.
But it is important to note that there are legal nuances regarding when and how that truck inspection takes place, especially during a mandated rest period, which is governed by a combination of federal regulations and operational policies.
As a driver, you… Read More
As I mentioned last month, I am, and always have been, a big fan of surprises.
The good surprises I mean. Things liking finding an extra $20 in your jean pocket, or having a friend say, “drinks are on me.” These always bring a smile to… Read More
For this month’s article, I thought I would discuss something that nobody in the industry has addressed (place tongue firmly in cheek here). That is right! Marijuana and the Trucking industry.
Now before you all start jumping to conclusions about me, there are a few things… Read More
I am, and always have been, a big fan of surprises.
The good surprises I mean. Things liking finding an extra $20 in your jean pocket, or having a friend say, “drinks are on me.” These always bring a smile to my face … even though… Read More
An AI program, a traffic camera and a truck driver walk into a bar….
Ok, so maybe I don’t know a joke about these things; however, I do know that they are more closely related than most folks are aware. How is that? Well, I am… Read More
Those of you who actually read my articles are likely aware that I am fundamentally lazy. I mean deep down, at the core of my being, I am totally happy to sit with my feet propped up, sipping a cocktail, and watching the world go… Read More
