Thinking about operating under your own authority? The BOC-3 isn’t optional paperwork – it’s a federal requirement that can cost you $16,000+ in fines if you get it wrong. As a former owner-operator, I’ll show you exactly what you need to know about process agent designation, when to file it, and the costly mistakes that shut down new authorities before they even get started.

Failing a DOT drug test doesn’t just sideline you — it triggers federal rules, Clearinghouse reporting, and thousands in costs. Here’s what happens next, the Return-to-Duty steps every driver must complete, and how carriers can avoid the fines that sink small trucking companies.

DOT hair testing could soon be mandatory under a new bill called H.R. 4320. Here’s what CDL drivers need to know before it hits and how to protect your license now.