Trucking Law/Motor Carrier Law

Charleston Trucking and Motor Carrier Lawyer

Attorneys at Francis, Nelson & Brison, PLLC in Charleston, West Virginia, provide businesses and individuals involved in the transportation industry with legal advice and representation on a broad range of issues related to trucking law and motor carrier law.

Our clients include both existing and developing companies such as common, contract, and private carriers, freight brokers and forwarders, and third-party logistics providers (3PLs). Our services include helping clients establish and operate their business in regulatory compliance with state and federal laws.

Our motor carrier group is led by attorney Bernie Cochran. Mr. Cochran provides our clients with the benefit of his firsthand experience within the industry. A former commercial truck driver, dispatcher and mechanic, he maintains his CDL and is a member of the Transportation Lawyers Association. Our firm is also member of the West Virginia Motor Truck Association.

Our transportation-related services include: legal services related to: business organization; operating authority; developing and reviewing lease agreements, shipper/carrier agreements; tariffs and tariff rules; analysis of insurance policies; and advice on driver qualifications, training, and record keeping requirements.

Our firm also counsels clients in the areas of trucking and motor carrier litigation and motor carrier regulatory compliance.

If you would like to speak with a trucking law attorney, or if you have a question about our services, call 304-932-0788 (toll-free at 866-325-5032) or e-mail our Charleston office to arrange a free consultation. We welcome the opportunity to serve as local counsel for out-of-state businesses involved in West Virginia issues.