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The motor carrier industry is vital to the U.S. economy with over 70% of all freight tonnage being transported on trucks. Given the volatile nature of the industry, commercial transportation companies rely on experienced counsel that understands the legal challenges they face as well as the day-to-day practical implications to their businesses.
Dickinson Wright’s transportation attorneys provide comprehensive services to motor carriers, taking a proactive approach to ensure our clients’ interests are protected. Our team responds quickly to client calls, day or night in the event of an accident, visiting the scene in the critical hours immediately following an accident to gather and preserve evidence, guide investigators, and interact with authorities.
Our Services
Members of our motor carrier team have a thorough knowledge of the initiatives and rulemakings of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA), and the Carmack Amendment, and we can provide experienced counsel on related regulatory issues. We can also advise you on issues arising from IRS inquiries into employee vs. independent contractor status of owner-operators. We represent clients in a number of matters related to motor carrier transportation, including:
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