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How Trucking Accident Victims Can Maximize Compensation Claims

August 12, 2022 By New York Truckstop Leave a Comment

Trucking Accident

Trucking accidents are the most dangerous of all road mishaps. Sadly, they are common on American highways, and countless victims sustain injuries and lose their lives every year. But the silver lining is that victims can claim a much larger compensation value than a typical car mishap. Everything boils down to handling the claim well […]

Filed Under: Driver Education, Safety, Truck Tractor Trailer, Worker Safety

What Does TVPA Have To Do With The Trucking Business?

August 11, 2022 By New York Truckstop Leave a Comment

Trucking Business

As customers are becoming well-versed with their requirements and preferences, the demand for different products is observing an upward trend.  However, for the producers and manufacturers, keeping up with shipping schedules and volume is turning into a daunting task. They need the help of trucking companies to ensure an adequate supply of products in a […]

Filed Under: Safety, Truck Tractor Trailer, Worker Safety

Requirements of a DOT Approved Mattress

May 31, 2022 By New York Truckstop Leave a Comment

Mattress

If your vehicle or truck requires a sleeper berth, it’s important to obtain approval for it and make sure the mattress meets all the requirements listed by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Following these regulations ensures the safety of everyone, including the vehicle driver and the general public. The DOT’s website lists a table and […]

Filed Under: Driver Education, Truck Tractor Trailer, Worker Safety

Improving Safety in Commercial Garbage Trucks

December 27, 2021 By New York Truckstop Leave a Comment

Private trade waste carting vehicles were involved in 43 reported fatalities and hundreds of self-reported crashes that resulted in injuries in New York City between January 2010 through May 2019, accounting for roughly three percent of all road user fatalities. To work on improving safety in the commercial sanitation space, NYC Department of Citywide Administrative […]

Filed Under: Safety, Worker Safety

Surface Transportation Investment Act of 2021 Clears Senate Hurdle

June 21, 2021 By New York Truckstop Leave a Comment

Surface Transportation Investment Act

While the White House and Congress try to hammer out an infrastructure and jobs bill, the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee approved the Surface Transportation Investment Act of 2021. This bill would spend $78 billion over five years on surface transportation programs and includes $13 billion on safety initiatives. Overall, this would be a […]

Filed Under: New Legislation, Worker Safety

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