It’s Operation Safe Driver Week

July 9-15 is the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Operation Safe Driver Week. Throughout the week, law enforcement officers are extra aware of commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle drivers partaking in unsafe driving.   Some examples of unsafe driver behaviors include speeding, improper lane changes or passing, driving while under the influence of either drugs … Continued

How Can Telematics Data Help or Harm Carriers?

Those that attended the Henderson Brothers Transportation & Compliance event last October may recall how your telematics data can help or hurt your company depending on how, and if, the information is used. If you have telematics data that is recording coachable events, it’s pivotal that we are accessing that system and providing coaching where … Continued

The Growing Drug & Alcohol Problem With Commercial Drivers

Specific drugs that are key drivers here are marijuana, cocaine, & methamphetamines/amphetamines. Marijuana overshadows other drugs on this list by a long shot. With 8 of the top 12 offending states, having legalized cannabis consumption in their states, accounting for 33% of the national violations. It’s easier than ever to make a poor judgment call … Continued

Why Is Compliance an Insurance Conversation?

As business owners, we’re familiar with the annual insurance renewal process. We put together schedules, payroll, revenue , loss history, and fill out a couple of insurance applications. We might get a couple of underwriting questions or requests for additional information, but expect that if our losses look good, we may even get rate decrease. … Continued

How Do We Combat Nuclear Verdicts?

Combating Nuclear Verdicts is one of the major challenges facing our transportation clients, and the issue continues to build steam. According to recent reports from the Travelers Institute, the primary reasons nuclear judgments keep getting worse are: Social Inflation: The public (juries) have become desensitized to million-dollar judgments, and current reptile theory plaintiff tactics make … Continued

Go Orange! Next Week is National Work Zone Awareness Week

National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is an annual event across the United States highlighting the importance of work zone safety. The National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) takes place April 17-21, 2023, in conjunction with National Occupational Research Agenda's (NORA) Construction Stand-down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents event. This week reminds drivers to slow down … Continued

You’re Invited: State of The Transportation Industry Panel Event

May 11, 2023 12 pm to 5:30 pm The Chief's Room at Acrisure Stadium Keynote Speaker, Panel Discussion, and Networking Reception Join us to discuss recent changes that will impact trucking companies in our region with a panel discussion and Keynote Speaker Senator Wayne Langerholc. Register Now Agenda 11:30     Doors Open 12:00     Keynote … Continued

Key Takeaways from the 2022 Transportation Event

Henderson Brothers, Schnieder Downs, and Pion Law hosted our October transportation panel event. The event included two presentations and panel discussions. We concluded with a networking mixer and happy hour.   Schneider Downs Presentations Our event started with a Schneider Downs informational session on The Inflation Reduction Act, introducing new opportunities to receive tax credits and … Continued

You’re Invited To Our Transportation Event: Driver Management & Compliance

October 27, 2022 2pm to 6pm The Chief's Room at Acrisure Stadium Join us for an afternoon of presentations, panel discussions, and a networking reception! Register Now Agenda: Presentations: The Inflation Reduction Act: “What Am I Eligible For?" Building Value Into Your Trucking Business Presented By: Matthew Werner Shareholder Tax Advisory Services Schneider Downs George … Continued

Whitepaper: Trucking Accident Lawsuit Costs Continue to Rise

Eight-figure and beyond damages continue to be paid out to plaintiffs as a result of lawsuits related to trucking accidents on US roads. The increase in the awards continues a trend which has produced record settlements over the last four years. As trucking companies face tighter insurance markets costly litigation will continue to play a … Continued