Podcast: Avoiding double brokering and fraud
Double brokering is running rampant. Brent Hutto of Truckstop joins the program to talk about what’s causing the spike in fraudulent scams and what you can do to avoid becoming a victim. Also, do you prefer original equipment manufacturer parts or aftermarket parts for work on your truck? Aftermarket parts have advanced light years from where they were before. We will dive into to knowing the difference between workers compensation and occupational accident insurance. OOIDA’s Life and Health Department reps sort that out and explain the importance of that financial protection in case you get injured on the job.
09:25 – OEM or aftermarket parts?
24:19 – Avoiding becoming a victim of freight fraud
39:03 – Making sure you’re covered if you’re injured on the job
Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- Starting Sunday, Marty Ellis and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, will be at the Petro in Wells, Nev. That’s at Exit 352A off Interstate 80. Stop in to join or renew OOIDA membership for two years at $50. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Check out Chrome Shop Mafia and 4 State Trucks. If you have a question about truck mods or technical issues you can send an email.
- Get more information on what Truckstop can do for you on their website.
- Find out more about OOIDA’s Life and Health Benefits here.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
- Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.
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Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
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OEM or aftermarket parts?
Do you prefer original equipment manufacturer parts – or aftermarket parts for work on your truck? Aftermarket parts have advanced light years from where they were before. We’ll discuss the topic with Bryan Martin of the Chrome Shop Mafia.
Avoiding becoming a victim of freight fraud
Double brokering is running rampant. Brent Hutto of Truckstop joins the program to talk about what’s causing the spike in fraudulent scams and what you can do to avoid becoming a victim.
Making sure you’re covered if you’re injured on the job
We will dive into to knowing the difference between workers compensation and occupational accident insurance. OOIDA’s Life and Health Department reps sort that out and explain the importance of that financial protection in case you get injured on the job.