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Allied falls back into Chapter 11

North American car carrier, Allied System Holdings, has re-entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings this week following filings against the company from two lenders that have been involved in litigation against it since 2009.  

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US road carrier survey – clear roads up ahead

A survey of vehicle hauliers in the US reveals most are investing in equipment, drivers and technology, but many are concerned about costs and regulation.    

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Class Action Settlement Reached Over Pilot Flying J Lawsuits

Truckstop chain Pilot Flying J has reached a multi-million dollar settlement agreement with some of the trucking companies that filed suit against it alleging the company cheated them out of fuel rebates.

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YOUR PSP REPORT SHOWS FUTURE EMPLOYERS HOW SAFETYCONSCIOUS YOU ARE

For a number of years, motor carriers have used the screening tools required under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) — the motor vehicle report (MVR), Safety Performance History inquiry, and road test — to consider potential drivers.

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UNDER THE MICROSCOPE: THE SCREENING OF DRIVERS

Motor carriers utilizing owner-operators are obligated under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to create a Driver’s Qualification (DQ) file on anyone operating a commercial motor vehicle under their authority, regardless of method of compensation or whose name is on the title of the truck.

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Driver Qualification FAQs
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DRIVER HIRING CHECKLIST
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Driver Qualification File Checklist
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10 Basic Rules of Driver Recruiting
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