TRANSPORTATION & COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

PRACTICE AREA / UTAH TRANSPORTATION ATTORNEYS

Attorneys from Richards Brandt are members of the Defense Research Institute, the Utah Defense Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association. They have the experience to assist you or your company with issues arising out of the operation of commercial vehicles, public transportation or related areas.

Attorneys from Richards Brandt are members of the Defense Research Institute, the Utah Defense Lawyers Association, and the American Bar Association. They have the experience to assist you or your company with issues arising out of the operation of commercial vehicles, public transportation or related areas.

  • Commercial Vehicle Personal Injury Accidents
  • Commercial Vehicle Property Damage Claims & Insurance Coverage
  • Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), CFR 49
  • Recalls and Administrative Action
  • Public Transportation Defense Issues

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENTS

Defending companies against personal injury claims is a significant focus in our practice. Motor vehicle manufactures, motor vehicle equipment manufacturers, and companies using commercial vehicles are targets for personal injury claims, sometimes before an accident occurs. Our attorneys are committed to defending you and your company.

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COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS & INSURANCE COVERAGE

Property damage comes in many forms. We can help you recover as much of your property as possible, as well as evaluate your insurance policies to determine if you have enough coverage moving forward to protect your assets.

Transportation companies face significant risks every time one of their vehicles hits the road. Insurance companies provide as much coverage as required or desired by the insured. Working with an attorney to evaluate your coverage is a critical step in a good risk management plan.

Preparing for the inevitable claim before it happens provides every organization the peace of mind and confidence that they have protected their business and livelihood.

FMVSS REGULATIONS & COMPLIANCE

Commercial vehicles and equipment are regulated by state and federal laws including The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards under the Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These laws change regularly, and compliance is required to sell motor vehicles or motor vehicle equipment for use on U.S. roads. Our attorneys can help your organization be prepared to face these regulations with confidence. We will review your policies and practices, make recommendations and work with you to implement best practices.

Interstate, intrastate and international transportation is complex. Our attorneys have worked throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to resolve claims involving multiple parties.

RECALLS AND ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

Our attorneys have assisted clients when regulators begin administrative actions to recall a vehicle or motor vehicle equipment. We have helped clients avoid recalls through Petitions for Inconsequential Determination as well as worked with NHTSA once a recall is ordered or a client determines that a recall is necessary.

COMMERCIAL VEHICLE HIRING AND EMPLOYMENT ISSUES

Your attorney not only has years of experience dedicated to the trucking and commercial vehicle industry but has worked with clients to address their labor and employment needs.

Employees are a significant investment for any company and sometimes present risks for a company both internally and externally. We work with companies to implement best practices and train your employees on complying with applicable transportation laws. Ongoing training and reinforcing specific guidelines are necessary for your employees’ success and makes up a significant portion of regulatory compliance under the law. Our attorneys work with you to identify what your supervisors and employees need to know to be successful, and practices they must adopt in order to protect the organization as a whole.

Training and proactive risk management efforts create a strong defensible position and go a long way with the courts should you have to face a lawsuit.

Several other laws impact trucking, commercial vehicles and public transportation companies including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and those discrimination claims that fall under the EEOC. Our Labor & Employment attorneys work with our Transportation group to deliver the most comprehensive legal counsel available to transportation businesses.

Additional Resources

www.dot.gov

www.fmcsa.gov

www.utah.udot.gov

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS & CORPORATE GOVERNANCE / FEATURED FAQS

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A: To decide which entity is right for you, we look at: liability, taxation, and maintenance. Both corporations and LLC’s have limited personal liability—this means that owners are usually not responsible for business debts. However, corporations and LLC’s are taxed very differently—corporations are classified as a separate taxable entity, whereas LLC’s are typically taxed as a pass-through entity (unless you choose otherwise). And corporations and LLC’s have different levels of maintenance—LLC’s have fewer reporting requirements and can operate solely with members acting as the managers. Conversely, corporations are required to hold certain annual meetings, keep certain records, and appoint boards and officers to manage the company for the stockholders. Every situation is unique so we recommend that you consult with an attorney in making your decision. Contact our firm, Richards Brandt, if we can help you decide which entity is right for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-dWET7GqR0

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A: To decide which entity is right for you, we look at: liability, taxation, and maintenance. Both corporations and LLC’s have limited personal liability—this means that owners are usually not responsible for business debts. However, corporations and LLC’s are taxed very differently—corporations are classified as a separate taxable entity, whereas LLC’s are typically taxed as a pass-through entity (unless you choose otherwise). And corporations and LLC’s have different levels of maintenance—LLC’s have fewer reporting requirements and can operate solely with members acting as the managers. Conversely, corporations are required to hold certain annual meetings, keep certain records, and appoint boards and officers to manage the company for the stockholders. Every situation is unique so we recommend that you consult with an attorney in making your decision. Contact our firm, Richards Brandt, if we can help you decide which entity is right for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-dWET7GqR0

Answered by:

A: To decide which entity is right for you, we look at: liability, taxation, and maintenance. Both corporations and LLC’s have limited personal liability—this means that owners are usually not responsible for business debts. However, corporations and LLC’s are taxed very differently—corporations are classified as a separate taxable entity, whereas LLC’s are typically taxed as a pass-through entity (unless you choose otherwise). And corporations and LLC’s have different levels of maintenance—LLC’s have fewer reporting requirements and can operate solely with members acting as the managers. Conversely, corporations are required to hold certain annual meetings, keep certain records, and appoint boards and officers to manage the company for the stockholders. Every situation is unique so we recommend that you consult with an attorney in making your decision. Contact our firm, Richards Brandt, if we can help you decide which entity is right for you.

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