Just as our spinning heads have come to a slow roll after Q2’s HOS changes, FMCSA is hitting us with another one. This time, however, could significantly and financially benefit trucking companies. A pilot program has been proposed that will allow drivers to extend their 30-minute DOT break up to 3 hours, if needed. This […]
With hurricane season upon us, it’s time to talk about inclement weather. As a former dispatcher, I have seen many severe tractor-trailer accidents that easily could have been avoided. I used to pass around a phrase to my drivers any time the weather started to turn: “It’s more than rain.” “It’s more than rain.” I […]
Hello to everyone out there! Thank you so much for checking out the blog and staying up to date on industry trends with me. In this blog post, I would like to take a moment to formally introduce myself and give you all some background on my experience in the trucking industry. And, so we […]
Brake Safety Week Fast Forward Webinar Series – Infinit-I Workforce Solutions hosts a bi-weekly webinar series focused on delivering leadership skills to trucking companies in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. Each webisode offers expert advice from industry leaders. Special guests include: Hit The Brakes! Webinar – August 20, 2020 This week’s webinar was dedicated […]
Spotted Lanternfly Add another quarantine to the list of 2020’s challenges to overcome. This year, the state of Pennsylvania has nearly doubled the number of counties placed under quarantine due to the spotted lanternfly. This travel quarantine applies to 26 Pennsylvania counties through which commercial vehicle operators must be permitted to travel. The spotted lanternfly […]
Preparing Your Drivers for Brake Safety Week Pre- and post-trip inspections are always an essential practice, but especially so during Brake Safety Week. Throughout the week of August 23-29, 2020, CMVs will be subject to inspection; if violations are found, they will be placed out of service until corrected. Roadside inspections always include a thorough […]
Why Nuclear Verdicts Are Rising The term “Billboard Attorney” describes those aggressive and high-energy lawyers who thrive on huge lawsuits. They are pictured standing atop a tractor-trailer shouting, “Have you been injured in a Big Truck Accident? Call Me!” Their commercial ends with a “1-800” number and promises fortunes to accident victims. Nuclear verdicts, lawsuits […]
Infinit-I Workforce Solutions proudly introduces Michael Shipman. Michael is an account executive with Infinit-I. He spends his days bringing in new businesses and overseeing renewals. His favorite part of the job, he tells us, is going out to visit the fleets. At Infinit-I, we aim not only to provide stellar service, but also to […]
Every trucking company knows the risk involved with hauling an 80,000 lb. machine down the highway. Don’t feel hindered, however, by the mountain of liabilities. Simply be prepared. Below are the weaknesses that prosecuting attorneys will try to take advantage of in the event of an accident. Driver Fatigue Every decent truck driver knows to […]
The American Transportation Research Institute, verdict awards between 2010 to 2018 rose 51.7% annually. This number is astronomical when compared to standard inflation which grew 1.7% during the same time period. The highest awarded verdict in this time period was $91 million. Albeit an outlier, its existence proves the possibility for your company. We […]
