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    Ready for a Career Change!

    I recently left a career in law enforcement. My assignments included road patrol, criminal investigations and a short time as a Child Protective Services Investigator. I enjoyed being a cop and was more into service than enforcement. My philosophy was if you can't help someone, don't hurt them...
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    Get it in writing before committing!

    As a newbie the forum has been very helpful in answering questions and responding to concerns. I should have followed the most repeated advice, "Read the contract first, get it in writing!!!" The ad heading said "70/30 split, best pay!" The ad said, "DRIVERS NEEDED NOW! MUST QUALIFY WITH ****...
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    Starting Monday with Panther

    I am starting Monday driving a cargo van for an O/O with Panther. I am a newbie and need suggestions on what to take with me. I will pick up my van at orientation and hit the road from there on Tuesday evening. My deal with the O/O is 70/30, I pay fuel, tolls and a weekly insurance deduction of...
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    Conway Now

    I'm considering driving a Cargo Van (E350) for an O/O with Conway Now. Conway is not recruiting new owner operators with cargo vans presently but O/Os are recruiting drivers. Much of what I read is discouraging about cargo vans and income potential. If I stay on the road at least 4 to 5 weeks...
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    CDL Georgia

    Does anyone know how long it might take to get a Class B CDL with Hazmat in Georgia? The GA DMVS web site indicates that a driver should apply for a CDL 60 to 90 days prior to beginning CDL driving. Can anyone tell me how long it took to get their GA CDL? My impression was that you can walk in...
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