Recognizing that disruptions caused by the COVID-19 national emergency are interfering with, and in some cases preventing, motor carrier employer and driver compliance with current drug and alcohol testing requirements, the United States Department of […]
The MCS-90 endorsement is one means by which an interstate motor carrier can demonstrate compliance with minimum financial requirements established by federal statute and regulations. The application of this endorsement by the courts, however, has caused […]
In 2016, 4,213 large commercial vehicles were involved in fatal crashes; 55,633 were involved in injury crashes; and 99,911 were involved in tow-away crashes.[1] For those most serious accidents that result in death, known serious injury, or significant […]
This term, the United States Supreme Court will address whether an exemption to the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) for certain transportation workers applies to claims by independent contractors. The issue before the Supreme Court is on appeal from the […]
Strict compliance with the hours of service requirements set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) is a goal shared by responsible motor carriers and drivers alike. One aspect of the hours of service requirements […]
Back on December 16, 2015 the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration instituted a requirement wherein most common carriers and drivers that are required to maintain records of duty status must maintain electronic logs. This electronic logging rule […]
This month, the United States Department of Transportation voted to repeal a May 2015 proposed rule that would have required the installation of electronically controlled pneumatic (“ECP”) brakes on certain rail tank cars. The ECP rule rose […]
According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, foodborne illness is a significant burden that affects nearly 48 million Americans per year, hospitalizing 128,000 and killing 3,000. In response, President Obama signed into […]
According to the American Trucking Association, over 70% of all freight moved in the United States is moved on trucks. The ATA further estimates that 3.5 million truck drivers are needed to move such a volume of freight. As a whole, the ATA Truck Tonnage […]
The Motor Carrier Act of 1980 (“the Act”) placed a number of requirements on interstate motor carriers. One requirement involved proof of financial responsibility. The Act states that no motor carrier shall operate a motor vehicle unless […]
During the Obama administration, the trucking industry experienced a significant increase in safety regulations. The Trump administration is actively seeking to roll back many of these regulations in an industry that has complained of over-regulation […]
This month, President Trump nominated Raymond Martinez to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”). Martinez currently serves as the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission chief and has previously led the New York Commission […]