Paul TaylorTrucking LawSome safety violations can yield criminal convictionsMany drivers assume that the only risk they have in violating an FMCSR is being placed out of service by an enforcement officer and getting a mark on their CSA Score. Actually, there are numerous criminal penalties you could incur for violating them.April 29, 2021Trucking LawProtect yourself against questionable brokersin this Trucking Law installment, find six important things to know to protect your interests in dealing with brokers/freight forwarders unable or unwilling to pay. For one, carriers should ensure their name is shown on the bill of lading. More here...January 11, 2021Page 1 of 1Top StoriesEquipmentEPA to end DEF derates, roll back emissions warranty regInstead of the truck derating toward shutdown in steps with a DEF fault, the rule proposes that the driver or machine operator would receive an audible or visible alert. The engine would operate normally. At once, longer required manufacturer warranties of emissions equipment will be eliminated, too.Pride & Polish'Mint Condition': 2010 Pete 389 built with old-school touchEquipmentDiesel shops, owners, fleets pardoned by Trump after emissions ‘delete’ convictionsBusinessTQL to argue before U.S. Court of Appeals over broker transparencyRegulationsBroker transparency, AEBs, EPA emissions: When new rulemakings are expected
