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Navigating the Legal Labyrinth of Trucking with Matthew Leffler | A Trucking Podcast
How Can Truckers Protect Themselves from Legal Pitfalls? From catastrophic accident lawsuits to rising insurance costs, the legal side of trucking can be a minefield. But how can owner-operators and fleet owners protect themselves and stay ahead of industry regulations?
In this episode, Matthew Leffler—aka The Armchair Attorney®—breaks down trucking law like never before. With a lifetime in logistics and years as a legal expert, Matthew explains corporate structures, nuclear verdicts, compliance challenges, and the future of trucking law.
If you're a driver, fleet owner, or logistics professional, this episode is packed with must-know legal insights to safeguard your business and stay compliant.
📍 Episode Highlights01:20 – Matthew’s background: Growing up in logistics and becoming The Armchair Attorney®. 06:45 – Why corporate structure matters: LLCs, S-corps, and protecting your business. 12:10 – The rising costs of trucking: Insurance, liability, and compliance. 18:35 – Werner Enterprises’ $100M+ verdict and its industry implications. 25:50 – Safety essentials: Pre-trip inspections and reducing liability risks. 32:20 – The future of trucking: Autonomous vehicles, cybersecurity, and legal challenges. 42:05 – Key advice for truckers: Don't defer maintenance—on your truck, your health, or your relationships.
🎙 About Our GuestMatthew Leffler, aka The Armchair Attorney®, is a lawyer, podcast host, and logistics industry thought leader. With extensive experience in supply chain law, Matthew specializes in breaking down complex legal issues to help carriers and drivers navigate an ever-changing regulatory landscape. His insights are essential for anyone in trucking.
🌍 Learn more about Matthew Leffler: 🔗 Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-leffler/ 🔗 Follow Matthew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/armchairatty 🎙 Listen to Fleeting Conversations Podcast
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: https://www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milesandmentorspodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milesandmentorspodcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/IX_iKcopofs 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].
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By Alex PowersHow Can Truckers Protect Themselves from Legal Pitfalls? From catastrophic accident lawsuits to rising insurance costs, the legal side of trucking can be a minefield. But how can owner-operators and fleet owners protect themselves and stay ahead of industry regulations?
In this episode, Matthew Leffler—aka The Armchair Attorney®—breaks down trucking law like never before. With a lifetime in logistics and years as a legal expert, Matthew explains corporate structures, nuclear verdicts, compliance challenges, and the future of trucking law.
If you're a driver, fleet owner, or logistics professional, this episode is packed with must-know legal insights to safeguard your business and stay compliant.
📍 Episode Highlights01:20 – Matthew’s background: Growing up in logistics and becoming The Armchair Attorney®. 06:45 – Why corporate structure matters: LLCs, S-corps, and protecting your business. 12:10 – The rising costs of trucking: Insurance, liability, and compliance. 18:35 – Werner Enterprises’ $100M+ verdict and its industry implications. 25:50 – Safety essentials: Pre-trip inspections and reducing liability risks. 32:20 – The future of trucking: Autonomous vehicles, cybersecurity, and legal challenges. 42:05 – Key advice for truckers: Don't defer maintenance—on your truck, your health, or your relationships.
🎙 About Our GuestMatthew Leffler, aka The Armchair Attorney®, is a lawyer, podcast host, and logistics industry thought leader. With extensive experience in supply chain law, Matthew specializes in breaking down complex legal issues to help carriers and drivers navigate an ever-changing regulatory landscape. His insights are essential for anyone in trucking.
🌍 Learn more about Matthew Leffler: 🔗 Connect with Matthew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-leffler/ 🔗 Follow Matthew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/armchairatty 🎙 Listen to Fleeting Conversations Podcast
📢 Stay Connected with The Miles and Mentors Podcast🚛 Get expert insights from trucking and logistics leaders who have put in the miles and are here to mentor you!
🌐 Podcast Website: https://www.milesandmentorspodcast.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milesandmentorspodcast 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/milesandmentorspodcast
🎧 Watch & Listen: 📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/IX_iKcopofs 🎙 Listen on your favorite podcast platform!
🚛 Want to Be Featured? Are you a trucking or logistics leader with an inspiring story to share? Let’s talk! Reach out at 📧 [email protected].