Truck drivers face myriad job-related safety risks. From lack of sleep and drowsy driving to poor weather conditions and traffic collisions, a trucker’s life involves many potential threats. One such threat does not make headlines as often as catastrophic car accidents, yet it is taking the lives of....
Continue reading...When you’re on the road – especially for long hauls – it’s hard to keep health in mind. Getting the job done and getting home is a priority. The quickest ways to do your work and get home, however, can contribute to poor health. Fast food and truck stops meals are quicker than sit-down dinners,....
Continue reading...Trucking is a fulfilling job, but it’s also long, arduous, and potentially dangerous. As a trucker, you need to carry several types of gear to keep you and your freight safe. You also should stay up-to-date with technology, build rapport with customers, and maintain your physical and mental health.....
Continue reading...Thanks to a plethora of companies and advertising campaigns, we know plenty about car insurance. Many auto insurers also offer boat or motorcycle insurance. However, what about trucking insurance? What makes it different from other types of auto insurance, and how do you know you have the coverage you....
Continue reading...The trucking industry is rife with contracts because it constantly deals with freight and people. However, as the owner and operator of a freight company, your contracts are different from those of your drivers, shippers, and consignees. As you start your own freight company, familiarize yourself with....
Continue reading...Almost every business requires some type of contract. Freight brokers are no exception – they’re involved in a highly sensitive business, where paperwork becomes critical. Without the right contracts, you could be held liable for lost or damaged freight, trucker injuries, car accidents, and other....
Continue reading...Cargo loss. Damage claims. Those are two phrases that no shipper, carrier, receiver, or freight broker ever wants to hear. Unfortunately, most companies will experience an issue like this at one point or another. It’s best to take preventative measures, but everyone should also be prepared for a worst-case....
Continue reading...Businesses across all industries depend on technology, and freight brokerage is no different. To be successful in today’s market, freight brokers must be familiar with online marketing and mounting successful online campaigns. If your freight company doesn’t use online marketing, familiarize yourself....
Continue reading...Truck driving is a common profession in the United States. Unfortunately, it can also be rather dangerous. Accidents happen, and even when they’re no fault of the truck driver, they can be hard to avoid with such massive machines. The fact that trucking has been a large part of our nation for....
Continue reading...Truck drivers move freight to make money. When that process comes to a stop, everyone involved suffers. Driver detention leads to delivery delays, fees, and lost productivity for the driver due to safety requirements. The Driver Detention Problem Driver detention is when either the shipper or receiver....
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