FMCSA and DOT Regulations: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including Interstate Commerce Commission Termination Act, Surface Transportation Board regulations, Hours of Service (HOS) requirements, and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate
Safety and Compliance Acts: Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act, Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, Food Safety Modernization Act, and MAP-21 (Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act)
Labor Laws: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), state-specific labor laws, and Independent Contractor regulations governing employment relationships in the transportation industry
Insurance Requirements: Motor Carrier Act of 1980, minimum insurance requirements, and cargo insurance regulations that protect both carrier and shipper
Environmental Regulations: EPA emissions standards, state-specific environmental regulations, and Clean Air Act requirements for commercial vehicles
Contract Law Framework: Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), state-specific contract laws, and interstate commerce regulations governing transportation agreements
Liability Laws: Carmack Amendment and state-specific liability laws governing cargo claims and carrier liability
Industry-Specific Regulations: Specialized requirements for specific cargo types (refrigerated goods, hazardous materials) and industry-standard practices
Documentation Requirements: Bill of Lading regulations, shipping document requirements, and record-keeping obligations for transportation services
State-Level Regulations: State-specific requirements including weight and size limits, route restrictions, licensing requirements, and tax regulations
