Expedite Solutions - scam, deceit, trickery, slavery

Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by Pardel, Jan 26, 2008.

  1. Pardel

    Pardel Light Load Member

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    We have not paid ES one penny to date. If ES wants to take it to court we will show up. ES counts on the driver not showing. In this case ES does not have to prove anything. The judgement is granted by default. If you show in court then ES will be forced to show they are a legitimate driving school with licensed teachers. When we quit ES we did not receive a final statement, the ending amount in the savings plan, the final loads we ran, nor the last 6 weeks of fuel surcharges. To date all we have received is a letter that reads "we have not done a final settlement yet but we're pretty sure your going to owe us 7995.00. It went on to explain we could just make them a check for half and call it even or we could set up payment plans through PFS. The only other thing we have received was a recent letter saying if we want we can pay them just 2000.00 and call it even. Needless to say I laughed and filed them away with the rest of my ES doc.
     
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  3. prisonerofthehwy

    prisonerofthehwy <strong>Ball and Chains</strong>

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    They're not Panther are they?:biggrin_25524:
    PS.... will you PM me, and tell me about Panther?
     
  4. linda

    linda Bobtail Member

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    how long ago did you leave es pardel?
     
  5. Gazza

    Gazza Bobtail Member

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    Thanks Sheila for this post. My wife and I were seriously considering Expedite as a great way to get into the Trucking industry as we do not have a CDL and have no desire to be separated for 6 weeks so Expedite seemed a fit. We will re think visiting them in a few weeks now. It's a tough business to get into, and we may just save to take our CDL's on our own dime and not be in any kind of contract.
    Glad it's working out for you. So all Expedite is not bad huh? I'd be curious to know what a husband\wife team can earn in the Expedite straight truck business?
    Thanks.
    Gazza
     
  6. linda

    linda Bobtail Member

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    Hi Gazza, You Deff Made The Right Choice, There Are Other Ways To Get Cdl Any Many Owners Will Be Looking 4 U. I Know Lots Of Truck Owners Who Would Pick You Up In A Heart Beat. I Know One Owner Who Even Took A Couple Driving To Teach Them To Drive His Truck And Paid For Their Bills While They Were Training. The Going Rate Is 60/40 Spliit, You Get 60 % And Pay For Fuel And Get All Fuel Surcharge Pay Dont Settle For Anything Less . Also A Lot Owners Will Pay For Required Workmans Comp Around 40.00 Per Couple A Month. I Think You Can Make 1100 To 1300 Weekly No Problem. But It Does Depend On Freight Which May Be Slow At Times Or If You End Up In Areas That Are Naturally Slow. Driving Does Have Its Ups And Downs....just Like Life . Good Luck
     
  7. Gazza

    Gazza Bobtail Member

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    Thanks- maybe you can put us in touch with these owners seriously, as we are SO ready to make a change and learn to drive, (together) even if it is a straight truck hauling expedite. We have sorted out our finances over the last 6 months knowing full well that the first year will be rough and a learning curve. Is expedite solutions the only company that gets you your cdl? How can we get in touch with someone that is willing to train us together and put us on the road together as a team?
    Thanks in advance for the reply.
     
  8. linda

    linda Bobtail Member

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    hi gazza...are you from the detroit area? if so look up trainco truck driving school they have a 1 day cdl/b course for around 400 i believe they also have a list of prospective employers. start there and keep posted good luck ill b watchin,,,my real name is herb
     
  9. Gazza

    Gazza Bobtail Member

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    OK Herb, yes we're 1\2 hr north of Detroit. Got stuck here last year on our way to Arizona LONG STORY! Will definately check into that, sounds affordable and don't have to take weeks out of work before starting a new career. Thank you so much for the info!
     
  10. Pur48Ted

    Pur48Ted Road Train Member

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    I wouldn't worry about OOIDA, working for a SMALL Company, OOIDA isn't motivated to do anything, because it isn't newsworthy and isn't worth any $$$$$.
    Had problems leased to a small Michigan Carrier several years ago. Illegal Lease, and they owed me over $35K when I finally quit them. All OOIDA did was send a "letter" and considered that "help". Eventually got all of my money....over 6 months later and NO THANKS to OOIDA.


    Lets look at the issues you brought up:

    You should look up the State EMPLOYMENT LAWS. It is ILLEGAL for a company to hire you as an "INDEPENDANT CONTRACTOR" under those terms.
    Kyle Ochs:
    1. Owned the (poorly maintained) trucks
    2. You were told where to go (pick-up and deliver)
    3. You were told what time (to pick-up and deliver)
    That means YOU WERE AN EMPLOYEE. (According to IRS)
    It is ILLEGAL for an employer to force you to "purchase" items or services from or THRU him in order for you to do your job.
    It is ILLEGAL for an employer to with-hold portions of your pay.

    It is ILLEGAL for an employer to FORCE you to operate UNSAFE Equipment. THAT violates FEDERAL LAWS.
    I suggest you immediately file a claim for wages and reimbursements for all those things he required you to buy from him. Your State Dept of Labor; Wage and Hour Division is where you do that. You MIGHT be able to start the claim by filing online.

    Good Luck.
     
    donnaj55 Thanks this.
  11. truckermario

    truckermario Road Train Member

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    That Alison person sounds like royal b**ch. But what does that ripoff report have to do with Expedite Solutions?
     
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