Federal, OOIDA
Split sleeper berth options should be increased, OOIDA says
OOIDA says FMCSA’s plan to add a 7/3 split as a sleeper berth option is just a start. Comments on the proposed hours of service reform are due Monday.
Today's Show
Hours of service moves in the right direction
On air at 7 p.m., Online at 8 p.m. ET – OOIDA says recent moves on the hours of service are a big step in the right direction, and a plea for better pay for truck drivers.
The Latest
Federal
FMCSA seeks comment on company’s request for split sleeper berth exemption
Department of Defense transportation company PTS Worldwide Inc. seeks an exemption from the split sleeper berth provision of the hours of service regs.
Crime & Courts, News
‘Reptile theory’ loses in bid to reduce $26.5M truck crash verdict
A federal judge has upheld a $26.5 million verdict against two truck companies after attorneys employed the “reptile theory” argument to reduce the amount.
State
California lawmakers try to keep San Diego agency focused on roads
An effort underway at the California statehouse is intended to make it more difficult for a San Diego agency to reroute revenue from roads.
Truck Parking
Truckers invited to Kentucky truck parking workshop on Oct. 22
Truckers will get a chance to have their real-world insight heard during a truck parking workshop in Boone County, Ky., on Oct. 22. RSVP to attend.
Federal, OOIDA
Split sleeper berth options should be increased, OOIDA says
OOIDA says FMCSA’s plan to add a 7/3 split as a sleeper berth option is just a start. Comments on the proposed hours of service reform are due Monday.
Federal, OOIDA
OOIDA comments: Eliminate 30-minute break requirement
Responding to FMCSA’s proposed hours-of-service plan, OOIDA said the 30-minute break requirement should be eliminated, calling it “needless and unfounded.”
Federal
DeFazio requests investigation into DOT’s Chao
Rep. Peter DeFazio is requesting an investigation into possible conflicts of interest involving DOT Secretary Elaine Chao.
Crime & Courts
Florida Supreme Court will hear truck crash case centered on dash cam evidence
Can dash cam video exonerate a trucker in a fatal crash case without going to trial? That’s a question the Florida Supreme Court decided it will consider.
State
Louisiana laws address multiple truck issues
The Louisiana Legislature has acted to address truck issues that include compliance with federal rules, fair insurance coverage, and width restrictions.
Crime & Courts, News
Werner $40 million judgment centers on entry-level driver training
A New Mexico jury awarded a family $40.5M for a wrongful death suit against Werner Enterprises. The heart of the lawsuit was Werner’s driver training.
