Plus: Canada backs off digital tax after tariff threats, Werner beats a $100M verdict, Samsara teams up with HappyRobot to bring AI voice into freight ops... and more in today's newsletter.
Samsara aims to improve its services with investment with HappyRobot
Texas Supreme Court reverses $100 million verdict against Werner, ruling the carrier wasn’t liable in 2014 crash caused by out-of-control pickup.
Former driver for mail contractor Ameritrans Express claims the company owes him over $15,000 in back wages, amid bankruptcy.
Ameritrans Express, a contract delivery firm for the U.S. Postal Service, is under investigation by federal and state agencies over claims of unpaid wages and overtime. The accusations come from former employee Dustin Paxson, who alleges he is owed over $15,000. The situation is complicated by Ameritrans' recent filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, raising concerns about if and when the debts will be repaid.
Source: FreightWaves
A former driver for Ameritrans Express says he is owed more than $15,000 in back wages, overtime and mileage reimbursement. He says he and other former Ameritrans drivers are concerned about whether they will get their money after it filed for Chapter 11.https://t.co/HibM8YEuCZ
— FreightWaves (@FreightWaves) July 5, 2023
The CVSA is renewing its push for electronic truck IDs and extensive safety reforms
New FMCSA rules on English proficiency go into effect June 25. Trucking schools and fleets are pivoting.
Federal charges have been brought against Texas-based Shaquan Jelks for managing trucking firms in violation of FMCSA shutdown orders, misusing PPP funds, and obstructing safety investigations.
Senate bill proposes mandatory English tests for new truck drivers before CDL approval.
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