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Shifting Sands of Independence: breaking down the DOL's new independent contractor rule
The rumble of diesel engines and the endless stretch of asphalt have long embodied the spirit of American independence. For countless truckers, the open road is more than a job; it's a way of life, woven into the fabric of our nation's economic and social landscape. However, this familiar landscape is once gain undergoing a shift due to the recently implemented Department of Labor (DOL) final rule on independent contractor classification, potentially altering the course for owner-operators and t
Brandon Wiseman
Telematics for Trucking: A Guide to Choosing the Right Solution
The term "telematics," at least in trucking, is generally understood to mean use of electronic devices to collect and transmit data about commercial vehicles and drivers. This data can be used to improve safety, efficiency, and compliance. In a recent episode of the Trucksafe LIVE! podcast, we broke down that term, identified some of the most common types of telematics solutions, and discussed some of the benefits and pitfalls that fleets should consider when deciding whether to implement a part
Brandon Wiseman
2022 in Review: Top Trucksafe Content
2022 was a big year for the trucking industry and a busy one for us at Trucksafe! We met a lot of great carriers and safety professionals this year and were honored to help our carrier clients on a number of compliance-related projects. We produced and published well over 100 hours of DOT-related content across our various platforms. We developed a couple of new courses through our Trucksafe Academy. We launched our Trucksafe Compliance Network and hosted a bunch of free educational webinars. We
Brandon Wiseman
What to do after a CMV accident
A serious accident involving your commercial vehicle is a trucking company's worst nightmare, and the consequences can be severe. According to FMCSA data, fatality accidents involving large trucks or buses decreased by 34% from 2005 to 2009 but increased by 31% between 2010 and 2020. And according to NHTSA data, the number of these types of accidents increased by yet another 13% from 2020 to 2021. As addressed in a prior article, these types of accidents are leading to multi-million dollar jury
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