How long will the ongoing freight recession last? Jason Miller of Michigan State University doesn’t know – but he’s got a pretty good guess. We’ll ask Professor Miller about that, the strike that was averted at UPS and Yellow’s ongoing troubles, among other topics within the supply chain. Also, by now, you’re probably familiar with the term “nuclear verdict.” The fact is, they’ve been a problem for a while in trucking. Now, some are taking a closer look at the problem. And OOIDA has many tools it uses to influence what happens in Washington, D.C., on behalf of truckers. One of those is its PAC.
09:25 – How long will the freight recession last?
24:19 – Study looks at nuclear verdicts in trucking
39:03 – What is a PAC, and what does it do?
Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- OOIDA will host its live Truck to Success seminar Oct. 17-19 at the Courtyard by Marriott in Blue Springs, Mo.
- Get more information on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform study on nuclear verdicts.
- Get more information about the freight market.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
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Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
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How long will the freight recession last?
How long will the ongoing freight recession last? Jason Miller of Michigan State University doesn’t know – but he’s got a pretty good guess. We’ll ask Professor Miller about that, the strike that was averted at UPS and Yellow’s ongoing troubles, among other topics within the supply chain.
Study looks at nuclear verdicts in trucking
By now, you’re probably familiar with the term “nuclear verdict.” It refers to extraordinarily large court judgments. The fact is, they’ve been a problem for a while in trucking. Now, some are taking a closer look at the problem. We’ll discuss a recent study with Nathan Morris of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform.
What is a PAC, and what does it do?
OOIDA has many tools it uses to influence what happens in Washington, D.C., on behalf of truckers. One of those is its PAC. As part of our ongoing coverage of the Association’s 50th anniversary, we’ll discuss the PAC with OOIDA Chief of Staff Angel Burnell and the Association’s director of federal affairs, Jay Grimes.
