U.S. Regulations: Truck Driver’s Guide

Federal agencies that regulate the trucking industry Transportation regulations are issued by three different organizations: the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and the National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA). New rules for truck drivers might come from any of these three agencies each year. States may also issue their own regulations.

Hours of Service

Truck drivers are only allowed to drive so many hours before taking a break or getting some sleep. The term “Hours of Service” refers to the maximum amount of time drivers are permitted […]

By Bernard Firm|2022-11-22T18:32:25+00:00November 22nd, 2022|Dept of Labor|0 Comments

The U.S. Department of Labor (“Department” or “DOL”) published its final rule on October 12, 2022: “Temporary Agricultural Employment of H-2A Non immigrants in the United States”, effective on November 14, 2022.

This final rule amends the standards and policies by which the DOL grants certification of agricultural labor or services to be performed by H-2A workers on a seasonal or temporary basis, and enforcement of the contractual obligations applicable to employers of H-2A workers.

What changes does the Final Rule bring for employers and H2A workers?

The main provisions […]

By Bernard Firm|2022-11-03T19:20:14+00:00November 2nd, 2022|H2-A, Dept of Labor|1 Comment

U.S. Regulations: Truck Driver’s Guide

Final Rule: Modifications to the Regulation of Temporary Agricultural Employment of H-2A Non Immigrants