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Everyone knows that immigration has been a top priority for the Trump Administration. Recent developments out of Washington D.C. signify a tightening of federal oversight of commercial learner’s permits (CLPs) and commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) issued to individuals domiciled outside of the United States. For employers in the transportation industry, a new interim final rule proposed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) will have an effect on employees holding a ...

With the start of the new school year, transportation contractors continue to face challenges with student discipline on the school bus. Clear policies and practices are important when addressing student misconduct.

Polaris Industries will pay $55,000 after penalizing a pregnant employee for medically necessary absences and refusing accommodations—a violation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.

EEOC News: Elaine’s Pet Resorts Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

There is no question that employee and books are a critical component of running a smooth operation. Employee handbooks set expectations for both new and current employees, and are key in effective employee management. It is not uncommon for school transportation contractors to distribute an employee handbook to all employees at the start of the school year, often at back-to-school meetings. Accordingly, school transportation contractors may find that the best time to review and update the handb...

Contracts are the backbone of transactions, partnerships, and service agreements. However, the importance of thoroughly reviewing these contracts is often underestimated. Failing to review contracts can expose businesses to significant risks that can result in financial losses, legal troubles, and damaged reputations. Here, we delve into the key risks of not reviewing contracts and why due diligence is essential.

We are only a few months into President Trump’s new term, and the Administration has already begun implementing sweeping changes likely to have ripple effects on industries across the board. If you have recently spent anytime at all watching the news, you may know that a major goal of the Trump Administration is to level the playing field on foreign tariffs on American goods by introducing reciprocal tariffs on foreign goods, with hope that this will aid nationwide reindustrialization.