Legal Liability
Overview of Legal Liability Concepts
Vicarious Liability
Automobile Liability
Trucking Liability – Laws and Regulations
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
Title 49 USC
Driver Qualifications and Disqualifications
Driver Qualification Files
Truck and Equipment
Parts and accessories
Truck and bus vehicle illustrations
Emergency equipment
Rear impact guards
Driving
Operator fatigue
Drugs and alcohol
Schedules
Equipment, inspection and use
Cargo and securement
Distracted Driver
Hours of Service
Definitions
Record keeping
Out-of-service rules
Driver’s Log examples
Haz-Mat and Lease Interchange
HazMat
Lease requirements
Cargo
Regulations
Regulated entities
Liability
Remedies
Records
Before the Loss
Attitude
Info collection
Scene kit and upkeep
At the Scene
Scene investigation
After the Loss
Reporting to the client
Drug and alcohol testing
Taking care of the driver
Statements
Salvage and Tow Yard
Cargo
Back at the Office
Paperwork
Follow-up investigation
Final Reporting
Spoliation of Evidence
Reference material
Exam