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Straight talk on the risks facing trucking, petroleum, and commercial operators, from our two newsletters: Risky Business and DOT Focus.
DOT Focus | September 2026
Looks compliant. Is compliant. Not always the same thing.
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The Small Things Inspectors Notice First
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Why the Basics Still Matter: Brakes, Logs, and the Inspections That Catch Carriers Off Guard
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RISKY BUSINESS - #016: Work Comp Focus on Driver Ergonomics
How can your work comp exposure be reduced and simultaneously increase job performance and satisfaction for your drivers by simply teaching them to sit properly while operating their vehicle? A routine focus on driver ergonomics can save your company and your driver many lost hours and needlessly spent dollars!
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RISKY BUSINESS - #015: Getting Driver Buy In for In-Cab Cameras
PREDICTION: within five years this technology will be standard practice with all sophisticated carriers... Are you going to on the front end of the curve or wait until a claim causes you to comply?
Read the issueSpecial Edition: Why Your Safety Record Just Became More Valuable Than Ever
What the New Supreme Court Ruling Means for Your Fleet
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RISKY BUSINESS - #014: SUPREME COURT EXPANDS BROKER LIABILITY
How the "Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, et al." case impacts both brokers and carriers.
Read the issueDOT Focus | June 2026
The Preventable Issues Driving Inspections—and How to Stay Off the Radar
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RISKY BUSINESS - #013: MOTUS RESOURCES
MOTUS UPDATE!! Have you claimed and linked your DOT number? The scariest nine word combination in the English language is: "I'm from the government, and I'm here to help." - Ronald Reagan
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RISKY BUSINESS - #012: #2 of 4 ... How Your Training Program Might Cost You Millions
When a catastrophic accident occurs, plaintiff attorneys are not simply investigating the crash itself — they are investigating your company’s commitment to public safety.
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RISKY BUSINESS - #011: Five Lessons from the 2026 Great West Trucking Symposium
Actionable takeaways from one of the strongest trucking insurance and plaintiff litigation forums of the year
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RISKY BUSINESS - #010: FOUR POWERFUL QUOTES FROM THE GREAT WEST TRUCKING SYMPOSIUM
The Great West Trucking Leadership Symposium delivered more than motivational soundbites — it delivered hard truths about leadership, accountability, risk, and survival in today’s trucking environment.Here are four quotes that stood out most to me... and why every trucking company should take them seriously.
Read the issueMay DOT Focus: Easy Fixes to Avoid Costly Violations
Hazmat BOL placement and tire issues continue to show up—here’s what to tighten up.
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RISKY BUSINESS - #009: Plaintiff Attorney Attack Points - HIRING PRACTICES
The first of a four-part series about the most common tactics used by plaintiff attorneys to attack your business after an accident. Image from a speech delivered by Adam Wingfield of Innovative Logistics Group (https://innovativelogisticsgroup.io/).
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RISKY BUSINESS - #008: Smaller Company ... Bigger Cyber Attack Target!
One of the most common cyber misconceptions we hear is:“We’re too small to be a target.”
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RISKY BUSINESS - #007: You’re Guilty Until Proven Innocent...
When it comes to DOT‐reportable accidents, the burden of proof is on the carrier!
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RISKY BUSINESS - #006: Wind / Hail Buy Back Policies Explained
Are you leveraging all the tools available to protect your checkbook?
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RISKY BUSINESS - #005: April Newsletter from Railsback HazMat Safety (in conjunction with Mayfield Carrier Services)
News and Notes for you to stay in the know on from our trusted partner.
Read the issueApril 2026 DOT Focus
Preparing for International Roadcheck: Cargo Securement & ELD Enforcement Priorities
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RISKY BUSINESS - #004: In Case You Missed It - The 60 Minutes Segment on Chameleon Carriers
We find many people frustrated with the never ending price increases and confusion about what they're actually paying for. Let us be your guide to better understanding your insurance program and greater competitiveness and profitability in your marketplace!
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RISKY BUSINESS - #003: 3 Things Keeping You From Better Insurance Pricing
If your insurance costs keep creeping up—or never seem to improve—there’s a good chance the issue isn’t just the market.It’s your process.Here are three common (and fixable) mistakes that hold businesses back from getting better pricing.
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RISKY BUSINESS #002: Are you Prepared, Immune, or Naive...?
A $1,600,000,000 verdict is handed down in Texas affecting multiple entities due to their relationship and contractor payment structure!
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RISKY BUSINESS - #001: New Channel for You to Stay in the Know!
We find many people frustrated with the never ending price increases and confusion about what they're actually paying for. Let us be your guide to better understanding your insurance program and greater competitiveness and profitability in your marketplace!
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