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Dispute Over Independent Contractors

Dispute Over Independent Contractors

A case dating back to 2009 is set for review at the Supreme Court in the US. This case could set a precedent for the future. Now this case must come to some conclusion and the moving businesses in Arizona are awaiting the results to see if it will affect their businesses long-term.

Self Certification Requirements for CDL Drivers

Self-Certification Requirements for CDL Drivers

For the past several months CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) drivers in Michigan have been receiving notices to complete a self-certification which is required, and also of which has a deadline that is fast approaching, January 30th, 2014. This article is meant to inform any CDL drivers who drive for a company based in the state of Michigan and who may have questions or concerns of the requirements of the self-certification process.

Updated "Hours of Service" Rule in Effect

Updated “Hours of Service” Rule in Effect

The well-known “Hours of Service” rule that is presently in effect for any long haul driver is currently undergoing some interesting changes that will play an important role in regards to the moving industry.

Moving News Across the Country

Moving News Across the Country

A quick look at moving news across the country. In this installment, we look at an interesting piece of news from the state of Kentucky. The expectations of a piece of Legislation to pass the Kentucky General Assembly in this coming year are still looming in the air. The effect of this would in turn throw out the existing law which allows household goods moving companies (already in existence) to be encouraged to “block” any new companies from entering their state. The push for this new law was to put it into effect in early 2013.

Moving News Around the Country

Moving News Around the Country

We take a look at moving industry news across America. In California, the California Moving and Storage Association held its 95th Annual Convention in which military affairs were discussed and member of van lines spoke about their benefits. In Minnesota, the legislature passed a new bill that implements a tax on storage and warehousing of personal property.

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AB 2118 One Year Later… How it is Helping

One year ago, rogue moving companies found themselves face to face with a new law that was passed that threatened to put an end to their unlawful and selfish forms of “moving.” The particular companies, offered unbeatable low moving prices and in turn held your belongings in exchange for even more money before delivery. This new law that was passed, AB 2118, changed that entirely, bringing hope to legitimate moving companies and offering help to consumers. Here we look at how things have changed.

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