The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has denied the California Trucking Association’s request to rehear the decision that lifted the injunction against California’s independent contractor law.
FMCSA hours-of-service exemption weighs heavily in a court decision rejecting wage claims against XPO Logistics.
Three-judge panel upholds determination by FMCSA that the agency preempts California’s meal/rest break rules
FMCSA ruled in December 2018 that federal hours-of-service regulations preempt California meal and rest-break laws.
The California Trucking Association is using the decision to support its AB5 appeal.
Company seeks stay from federal court while it considers Supreme Court appeal.
CRST, U.S. Xpress also support petition to review decision awarding $54.6 million to drivers.
Bill approved in state senate with no carve-out for owner-operators
