Independent Contractor Bill Reintroduced in N.J.
A bill opposed by the trucking industry to classify independent drayage operators and parcel delivery drivers as company employees has been reintroduced in the New Jersey Legislature.
Md. Gov. O’Malley Signs ‘Jake’s Law,’ Boosting Penalty for Distracted Driving
Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley (D) signed into law a measure that increases the penalty for drivers who cause injury or death to others in a crash caused by distracted driving.
Attorneys Warn Brokers on Contracts, Citing Liability With Carriers, Shippers
TUCSON, Ariz. — Transportation attorneys speaking to brokers here emphasized the importance of clarity in their contractual relationships with carriers and shippers to protect against liability.
April 14, 2014Drivers Win $2.2 Million in Calif. Contractor Status Case
A California state agency has ruled that seven drivers for Pacer International Inc. who challenged their status as independent contractors can collect $2.21 million.
Chicago Manufacturing Activity Expands at Slower Pace in March
Manufacturing activity in the Chicago area expanded at a slower rate in March, the Institute for Supply Management-Chicago said March. 31.
March 31, 2014ACT: Truck Sales Will Rise as Fleets’ Profits Increase
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The expected higher profits of trucking fleets for the next several years will help further boost sales of new heavy-duty trucks in North America, said Kenny Vieth, president of ACT Research Co.
March 31, 2014Factory Orders Decline in January
Factory orders declined 0.7% in January, the Commerce Department reported March 6.
March 6, 2014Kalmar Ottawa Debuts New Terminal Tractor
Kalmar Ottawa announced a newly designed terminal tractor, the T2, after two years of research and testing.
February 26, 2014Truck Makers Post Higher Earnings
Truck manufacturers ended 2013 on a high note, with Paccar Inc. posting higher fourth-quarter profit, and Daimler AG and Volvo AB reporting improved results in their truck divisions.
February 10, 2014Factory Orders Decline by Most in Five Months
Factory orders declined 1.5% in December, the biggest drop in five months, the Commerce Department reported Feb. 4.
February 4, 2014