More Decisions on Trucking Experts: Hiring and Safety Stats
Negligent Hiring & Entrustment 1. United States District Court, D. Kansas. Terry L. Frederick and Donna F. Frederick v. Swift Transportation Co., Inc., and Robyn L. Getchel Case No. [...]
Daubert Challenges to Experts in the Trucking Industry
At the 2012 TIDA Annual Conference, Thomas C. DiSalvi, Scott W. McMickle and Christopher M. Vossler presented an informative session on Daubert and its Effect on Trucking Experts. Thanks [...]
As a Witness, Know the Difference in Direct Examination v. Cross Examination
The following points distinguish between direct and cross examination testimony. I am sure that these are not new ideas to attorneys, but for those of you who have never been deposed (or [...]
Open Your Mouth in Your Deposition: Speak Clearly Please
Alright, I get that most people don’t speak in public regularly; however, we ALL talk. When we want someone to understand us, we don’t mumble. We speak clearly. Clarity is [...]
Appearances Count in Depositions
Before people started wearing jeans and t-shirts to church, we used to tell people to dress for a deposition like they would for church. That may no longer be the best idea, but a witness [...]
Ten Tips on Deposition Attitude
“Trial” lawyers take more depositions than they direct and cross examine witnesses because most cases settle, particularly when you have done your job in preparation. Lawyers do this [...]
Top Ten Verdicts Against Trucking !!
The following is the list of recent top ten verdicts involving 18-wheelers.* Obviously, these don’t include the cases that settled. Even though the verdicts are high, who knows if the [...]
“It’s better to be more interested than interesting”
Do you remember the Billy Crystal segment on SNL years ago as Fernando Lamas: “It’s better to rook good than to feel good.” Well, that advice may not be the best, but in [...]
ATA Joins The Fight Against Sex Trafficking!
10/8/2012ATA Joins Fight Against ‘Sex Trade’ Trafficking of Young GirlsBy TruckingInfo Staff LAS VEGAS – The American Trucking Associations says it has joined with Truckers [...]
HOS Oilfield Exceptions in FMCSR Misguided
As many of you know, the American Trucking Associations (ATA) filed comments with FMCSA regarding its new interpretation of the oilfield exceptions to the hours of service rules. These exceptions [...]