Protect Your Truck and Your Money from a Bad Carrier Contract
Contract Considerations is the must-have eBook for owner operators and independent contractors in trucking who are leasing onto carriers. This clear, practical guide breaks down trucking contracts, helping you understand key terms, ask the right questions, and avoid costly mistakes.
What’s Inside
Compensation
- Understand what the carrier deducts before you get your share.
- Know your rights if you’re paid percentage.
- Know how long the carrier has before you must get paid.
Escrow Account Terms
- Does your contract state the carrier has more than 45 days to return your escrow balance?
- Does the carrier pay you interest?
- Does your contract have a fee to manage your escrow account?
Lease and Early Termination Clauses
- Protect yourself in the event you get sick or injured.
- Does your contract have an expiration date?
- Does your contract have unreasonable turn-in condition standards?
And much more!
Is Contract Considerations Right for You?
- Company Drivers Looking to Lease
- Are you looking to take the leap into a lease or lease-purchase program? Contract Considerations will give you the tools to help you protect your business.
- You will know what to look for in a contract, and how to protect your income.
- Know what questions to ask a recruiter.
- First-Time Owner Operators or Independent Contractors
- You will give you a straightforward and practical checklist without needing a law degree.
- Audit your contract with confidence.
- Know what questions to ask a recruiter.
- Current Owner-Operators
- If you’re considering leasing to another carrier or just want to check over your current contract, then Contract Considerations will help you know more about your contract.
- Know what questions to ask a recruiter.
FAQ
How do I get the guide after purchasing?
You will receive an immediate download link on the checkout confirmation page, along with an automated email containing your download link so you can save the PDF to your phone, tablet, or computer.
Is this legal advice?
No. Contract Considerations is a practical educational guide and checklist built from real-world trucking experience to help you spot common operational traps. It is not formal legal counsel.
Can I read this on my phone?
Yes. The guide is delivered as a mobile-optimized PDF designed specifically for clean, easy reading on smartphones, tablets, or laptops.