How bad is a quit under dispatch?

We all never stop learning. Those that think they have are the ones that are dangerous. I hope you can stay there and build your experience up so when you do leave you'll have a good record. I'm sure the next company you go to for work will understand what happened if you get a chance to explain. That's why I feel it's important that you write a dispute no matter how much you lack in reference. It tells the next person that reads the report that you did not agree with what the company did. My last company did not even believe in DAC because they knew how slanderous it could be.

 

He quit. What is he going to sue for? Why is suing always the answer?

 

Rasp, If you happened to think about taking pix for evidence, of the issues then you have a good case. I am not in trucking yet but u can best believe, I will be documenting and taking pix when need be. ALWAYS cover your ###..

 

Because people use litigation to receive what is not earned, nor deserved. It is a common thread through these forums.


OP you have your side on your DAC. I would explain to any prospective employer's the conditions you left under. Just a bit of advice reinforced cleanliness is not about safety. Now you can refuse an unclean truck and would agree with you. But you should document actual violations not just "rust".

The company making the report will probably matter as well. It is common knowledge scummy companies like CRST, PAM, USA Logistics, PTL ........... well the list is fairly long but these are known for crappy looking and maintained equipment. New employers if you sound reasonable and plausible will add some weight if the carrier you have left has that reputation.

 

Sometimes, they do it because what was done wasn't right, and it's the right thing to do. They fight the good fight, and monies received are just a side benefit of that.

 

I have no issue with seeking compensation for making one whole. Charging people for being douche-bags I do not agree with. All to often people intentionally create situations to try to achieve unjust and unearned rewards.

 

Unfortunately... you did "quit" and didn't give the employer a chance to rectify your safety issues.

If you would have told your employer about the concerns and gave them a chance to to fix the situation... and they fired you at that point... then you would be eligible for unemployment (IF a trainee is considered an employee at this company) and you could have got the DAC issued resolved fairly easily.

I'd still contact DAC and get your "side of the story" on the report as a permanent record.

Never "give up" in these type of situations. Always let the employer make the first move. Always let the employer "dig their own grave" so to speak.