FMCSA Mandate 12/18/2017

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COUNTRYWIDE MANDATE
EFFECTIVE DEC. 18, 2017

The Federal Motor Carrier
Safety Administration (FMCSA)
will require many commercial
truckers to use an ELD effective
Dec. 18. Generally, truckers who
are currently required to keep
paper logs will need an ELD. This
would include most truckers
who operate across state lines.
Trucks that are older than model
year 2000 are exempt. For more
details on who is affected, visit
the FMCSA website.

WHAT THIS MEANS
FOR YOU
Overdrive reported that many
truckers are apprehensive
about switching to an ELD due
to additional costs and feeling
an invasion of privacy. There’s
widespread concern that a
significant number of drivers
may choose to get out of the
business, leading to a shortage
of tenured truck drivers and
changes in the market.

ALL ELDS ARE
NOT THE SAME
ELDs can be permanently
attached to a truck (cab device)
or can be a hand-held device
(smartphone). Both types make
tracking hours-of-service easier
and more accurate than paper
logs, and also provide vehicle
inspection reports and gauges
featuring key engine stats. All
ELDs must be certified with
the FMCSA to be compliant.
For additional information on
compliant ELDs, visit the
FMCSA website.

GET AN ELD PRIOR
TO THE MANDATE
We recommend truckers
get an ELD well in advance
of the deadline. Drivers
who switch early will
have time to adapt to the
learning curve and become
well-versed on how to use
it correctly when the
mandate takes effect.

Call Me at (317) 420-2867

For a limited time, I may be able to get qualified individuals free use of an ELD through my association with Progressive Insurance and their “SMARTHAUL” program. Or visit us on line at Scott Lynch Agency

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Recorded Webinars: Laws That Business Owner Should Know

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by Carolyn Sennett on June 2, 2016

Employee terminations and payroll record keeping are just two examples of routine business matters that if not handled properly could quickly spiral into a serious problem for business owners.

Employee termination checklist

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The law presumes that employees are employed at will. That means an at-will employee may be fired at any time, for any reason (except for a few illegal reasons). But even when termination decisions are made with good cause, there are hundreds of potential grievances that could be filed by former employees. The defensibility of those claims is often dependent on the actions that employers take before the decision to terminate an employee is made or shared.

Watch a 20-minute webinar that guides employers in how to better manage the process before decisions are made so they can take steps now to mitigate those risks.

Overview of federal wage and hour laws

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Federal wage and hour claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) continue to rise nationwide. Simple errors in payroll or recorded hours worked, while seemingly insignificant on a per employee basis, can lead to significant exposure under the FLSA due to the collective action nature of these litigations.

Watch a 20-minute webinar that guides employers in avoiding common errors and mitigating risks.

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6 Free Apps for Contractors

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by Amanda Prischak on April 4, 2017

Payroll, taxes, operations—there are lots of details to stay on top of when you run your own business.

Fortunately, today’s evolving technology makes it easier than ever to be organized. And small business owners rely on it: A survey conducted by the National Small Business Association revealed that 70 percent of small business owners said that technology is key to their success. 

Of course, more complex technology solutions can cost quite a bit. But many others charge only a modest fee—or are even free. That’s the case with the six phone apps below. They can help you get the job done at no extra cost. Read on to see how.

The app: Google Keep

Best for: Creating lists

What it does: When you need to offload an idea for later use, this is the app you’ll want to use. Google Keep lets you create notes and lists, set reminders, loop in a “collaborator” and more. Even better, it automatically syncs to your devices.

The app:Bubble Level (for Android) and iHandy Level (for iOS)

Best for: Calibrating surfaces

What it does: Forgot your level? That’s no problem when you have either of these apps. They’ll help you check surfaces, calculate angles and more. 

The app: Safety Meeting App

Best for: Getting help with OSHA compliance

What it does: With versions for 34 trade types, Safety Meeting App lets you track safety meetings, accidents, employee attendance and much more. It also has information on 950 safety topics. The first year is free.

The app: Wave

Best for: Staying on top of accounting

What it does: Whether you want to create and send an invoice, scan a receipt or create an accounting report, Wave has you covered. The free version offers a surprising number of services—and more complicated functions like paying employees are available for a fee.

The app: Construction Manager

Best for: Staying connected to the people in the office and the field

What it does: Whether you need to share project estimates, time sheets or maintenance logs, Construction Manager has you covered. It lets everyone stay in the loop, no matter where they may be. It also lets salespeople and estimators create on-site estimates for projects. The app is free, and you have the option of purchasing options that block advertising, give you unlimited form submissions and more.

The app: SignNow

Best for: Gathering signatures

What it does: How does signing a document or getting someone’s signature with no need to mail, fax or scan anything sound? SignNow makes that possible with just one simple finger stroke serving as your signature. The free version gives you five signatures a month—after that, it’s just $6.99 a month for the service.

Erie Insurance does not endorse the apps described above. Please do your own investigation and make up your own mind whether any of these apps is right for you.

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