What has ATA’s chief all riled up?

October 27, 2020

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Land Line Now, Oct. 27, 2020.

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The head of ATA took aim at trial lawyers in some recent remarks. So what has him riled up, and how could it affect you and your business?

Chris Spear, ATA


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III. Transportation on local ballots

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IV. ATA boss unhappy with trial lawyers

The head of the ATA took aim at trial lawyers in some recent remarks. So what has him riled up, and what does it mean to you – and your business? We’ll offer some insight that – and where his remarks come up short.


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