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When the broker disappears with the owner-opâs money
Broker launches new authority in July, surety is now pending cancellation after a run-up in claims. Sound familiar? Owner-op Allan Workman is owed money, and is on a mission to shine a light on the intrastate/exempt commodities surety exceptions that he believes prolongs the viability of such an operation.
November 5, 2019
Business
Resources for broker credit checks, collections and filing against a bond
Further information on avenues toward researching any brokerâs credit history, filing on a brokerâs bond and collections activity.
March 12, 2018
Business
Highway robbery: A clouded transparency
You think youâre all set: After 120 deadhead miles, youâre almost to the pickup â when the broker calls. The loadâs canceled, he says, and $150 truck-ordered-not-used (TONU) is coming your way. ⌠True? Or did he just find somebody cheaper âŚ
March 9, 2018
Business
Highway robbery: More warning signs in negotiations with brokers
In addition to the âred flagsâ that ought to give any owner-operator pause during broker negotiations, one would do well to consider the following warning signs invitations to get more information from any broker.
March 8, 2018
Business
Highway robbery: Ask the tough questions during negotiations to root out the crooks
Thereâs plenty truckers can do to avoid getting involved with the crooks among brokerages.
March 7, 2018
Business
Highway robbery: Combating dishonest brokers
Even with more broker-checking services available, some dishonest freight middlemen continue to deceive or steal from owner-operators. Things are in play for a technical change long in process at the level of FMCSA to help combat the âworst of the worstâ among fraudulent operations.
March 6, 2018
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