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I will draft an owner operator lease agreement as a US attorney
Licensed US Attorney, Transportation and Logistics Law Expert
I am Carl David Gilmer, a licensed US Attorney (Bar #161939) specializing in transportation, logistics, and corporate contract law. In the high-stakes freight industry, a generic template will not pro...
About this Gig
Leasing owner-operators is one of the most heavily regulated aspects of trucking. If your Lease Agreement violates the FMCSAs Truth-in-Leasing regulations (49 CFR Part 376), you face severe federal fines. Worse, a weak contract can result in contractors being misclassified as employees by the IRS.
As a licensed US Attorney (Bar #161939), I draft airtight Owner-Operator Agreements that protect your fleet.
Key Legal Provisions Included:
- Truth-in-Leasing Compliance: Mandatory federal clauses regarding equipment possession and use.
- Independent Contractor Defense: Ironclad wording to prevent devastating employee misclassification lawsuits.
- Compensation & Chargebacks: Clear legal rules on percentage/mileage pay, fuel surcharges, and legal deductions.
- Escrow Funds: Compliant terms detailing exactly how escrow funds are held and returned.
- Insurance Allocation: Defining liability for Bobtail, Physical Damage, and Occupational Accident insurance.
Do not risk federal fines. Choose your package and order today to secure your fleet.
Field of law:
Business (corporate)
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International
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Commercial
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FAQ
Is this strictly compliant with 49 CFR Part 376?
Yes, strict compliance with the FMCSA Truth-in-Leasing regulations is the core foundation of this legal agreement.
Will this prevent IRS employee misclassification?
It includes powerful independent contractor provisions meeting federal guidelines to heavily defend against misclassification claims.
Are escrow fund rules included?
Yes, the Premium package details the strict legal handling of escrow funds, a highly audited area by the FMCSA.
Can I add my specific chargebacks to the contract?
Yes. Upon ordering, you can provide your specific chargebacks (insurance, ELDs, etc.) and I will legally integrate them.
Do I have to buy this for every driver?
No. I will draft a master template in Word format that you can reuse for every owner-operator you lease on.
