Collins & Lacy is excited to announce the launch of our latest resource – South Carolina Transportation Law News. This newsletter, along with the corresponding blog, South Carolina Transportation Law Blog, will provide clients with the latest information on the transportation and trucking industry, including regulatory updates and important judicial decisions. The newsletter and blog… Continue Reading
Archives for July 2013
Welcome to South Carolina Transportation Law Blog
As the law changes and the industry evolves, our ability to contact you about legal issues, regulatory updates, and noteworthy judicial decisions related to transportation and trucking law becomes increasingly important. As part of our commitment to keeping you informed, Collins & Lacy is pleased to announce the launch of our South Carolina Transportation Law Blog.… Continue Reading
New Hours of Service Regulations Effective July 1, 2013
Post by Will Byran and Ross Plyler The new hours of service regulations went into effect this month. The new rules are expected to cause a loss of operating flexibility and productivity and may or may not lead to improvement in safety or the projected savings anticipated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). … Continue Reading
Updated South Carolina Building and Fire Codes Include Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements Aimed at Protecting Against the “Silent Killer”
In the past several months, the tragic deaths of an elderly couple and a child in two separate incidents in the same North Carolina hotel room have garnered national media attention. According to North Carolina authorities, the deaths of these individuals are attributable to a carbon monoxide (“CO”) leak originating from a pool heater located… Continue Reading
Transportation Law Update: New Hours of Service Regulations Effective July 1, 2013
The new hours of service regulations went into effect this month. The new rules are expected to cause a loss of operating flexibility and productivity and may or may not lead to improvement in safety or the projected savings anticipated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). TheAmerican Trucking Association (ATA) offered its opinion that the rule… Continue Reading
Dedicated to “Service above Self:” Collins & Lacy attorneys Exemplify Commitment to Rotary
Two Collins & Lacy, P.C. attorneys have been honored by their respective Rotary Clubs. Founding partner Joel Collins is the 2013 Rotarian of the Year for the Rotary Club of Lake Murray – Irmo, and shareholder Scott Wallinger has been elected and sworn in as 2013 President of the Capital Rotary Club in Columbia. Joel Collins was honored… Continue Reading
EEOC Background Check Lawsuits are Wake-up Call for Employers
Employers and employment attorneys have had a growing awareness of the disfavor and danger with which background checks are viewed. They can be a mine field for potential claims. Take a close look at this South Carolina Lawyers Weeklyarticle about two pending suits and beware. As always, contact us if you have any questions on… Continue Reading
