Trucking

Chris Henry Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Truck drivers’ quick actions save lives on the highway

PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK The Truckload Carriers Association has been recognizing Highway Angels, or professional truck drivers who demonstrate compassion and courage on the road, since its 1997 inception. Recently, seven standout drivers received the honor for acts of heroism performed. “Their good deeds range from simple acts of kindness, such as fixing a flat tire, to […]

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Chris Henry Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Supervisor’s ‘dinosaur’ comment keeps age discrimination claim rolling

R. Eddie Wayland, TCA Legal Counsel PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK A supervisor of the trucking company in this case made a “dinosaur” comment directed at an employee when discussing company policy.  Shortly thereafter, the employee was terminated for allegedly falsifying company records. The former employee sued the employer for age discrimination, retaliation, defamation, and slander. Background Employee […]

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