MAP-21 and FMCSA Regulations: Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, including 49 CFR Part 371 governing broker operations and interstate transportation
Employment Laws: Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), independent contractor classification rules, and state-specific employment regulations that affect dispatcher relationships
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage including Contingent Cargo Insurance, General Liability Insurance, and Errors and Omissions Insurance requirements for freight dispatchers
Licensing and Registration: FMCSA broker/dispatcher registration requirements, state-specific licensing, and Motor Carrier (MC) Number requirements where applicable
Privacy and Data Protection: Requirements for handling sensitive information, confidentiality obligations, and electronic communication regulations in the transportation industry
Contract Law: State-specific contract laws, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) provisions, and Statute of Frauds requirements affecting transportation agreements
Payment Regulations: Truth in Leasing regulations, payment terms compliance, and state-specific payment requirements for freight dispatch services
Safety and Compliance: Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, Hours of Service (HOS) rules, and safety protocol requirements for transportation operations
Liability and Indemnification: Carmack Amendment considerations, liability limitations, and insurance coverage requirements for freight transportation services
