Is taking a fuel surcharge from a company drivers pay legal?

Discussion in 'Trucker Legal Advice' started by DHR1, Dec 5, 2017.

  1. not4hire

    not4hire Road Train Member

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    I'm not the one replying to the same posts numerous times. :rolleyes:

    And if you "can't fix stupid"... stop posting.
     
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  3. truckersjustice

    truckersjustice Light Load Member

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    Yes, it is legal provided it is disclosed, or open and apparent to you. You are not being defrauded if there is disclosure. In general, an employer is obligated to pay a driver only at least minimum wage for all hours worked during a pay period. There can be civil claims for failure to pay all wages earned, which would be similar to a breach of contract action. For example, if they promised you 40 cpm based on RandMcNalley Practical and paid you based on Household Movers Guide, and did not tell you about it, or you did not know about it.
     
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  4. LGarrison

    LGarrison Road Train Member

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    I'd like to know what the name of the company is
     
  5. Patriot Trucker

    Patriot Trucker Bobtail Member

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    I had a friend of mine that drove for a company in western pa, that charged his driver's a fuel surcharge. The driver's got together and hired a attorney. The company had to pay the driver's back for the surcharge they took out. So I would say it's totally illegal. Actually I'm the one that pointed it out to my friend.
     
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