How to Lobby a Politician

Written by Daniel W. Bender One of the greatest tools for protecting and growing your small business isn’t a new sales program, a costly consultant or a cutting-edge piece of software. It’s your voice. And you need to have it heard by the people who often wield more power over your business’ success—or failure—than even…

California Move Over Law

How many California drivers don’t know there’s a law requiring motorists to move over or slow down when approaching emergency vehicles with lights flashing while stopped on the side of  the road?  The law is SB1610, and it includes safely steering clear of CalTrans workers, police officers, fire trucks, ambulances, and tow trucks. We are already required to pull over and make…

Drowsy Driving A Risk To Everyone On The RoadDriving?

Does this sound familiar?  You’re driving on a quiet stretch of highway.  Your eyelids start drooping.  You blink hard to keep your eyes focused.  Your head begins to nod, and you snap it up into position.  Yet you continue driving, thinking you can manage your obvious fatigue. This is drowsy driving, and it is a…

Simplifying Workplace Rules Can Encourage Economic Growth

MANAGING EMPLOYEES, courtesy California Chamber of Commerce There is no question that California has some of the most stringent and complex labor laws in the nation. California employers struggle with meeting the overwhelming employment requirements imposed, while trying to develop and grow their businesses. Costly class action lawsuits for alleged labor law violations are a…

CDA President’s Message

What Is On Your Mind? As well as promoting the best interest of the expedited delivery industry in California, your board of directors is dedicated to maintaining and improving the CDA’s value for our members. To help us in our volunteer efforts we would love to know ‘What Is On Your Mind’. So please take…