Transport

At Penningtons we recognise the importance of your operator's licence to the smooth running of your business. That's why our road transport law solicitors are committed to delivering effective solutions to transport clients, whether advising on applications for a new licence, the variation of an existing one or the threat posed at a public inquiry.

HGV and coach operators have a legal obligation to ensure their vehicles are maintained to a roadworthy standard. Our experience is that prevention is better and more cost effective than cure. We focus on understanding the individual needs, systems and procedures of our clients and tailoring our advice accordingly.

Dovetailing with our other practice groups, we provide expertise relating to the carriage of goods, relevant terms and conditions of business and issues arising out of contract disputes as well as assistance with property transactions. Our clients range from international coach service providers to some of the country's largest HGV users right through to smaller operators.

We offer expertise in the magistrates' court on road traffic offences, including speeding, overloading and drivers' hours infringements. We encourage you to utilise our transport audit of your business and will draft bespoke drivers' handbooks to assist the quality of your operation. Our road transport law solicitors can provide driver training on a range of issues to suit your particular needs.

Our team's experience of advising clients across the entire transport spectrum is backed up by a strong track record in related fields. Penningtons is retained by the Self Storage Association to support its members and has considerable specialist knowledge in advising removal companies.

Transport expertise at a glance:

  • advice in relation to attendance before Traffic Commissioners at public inquiry
  • applications for and variations to your operator's licence
  • attendance and advice at VOSA/police interviews
  • drafting bespoke company/drivers' handbooks
  • drivers' hours and Working Time Directive guidance and advice
  • guidance on the suitability of operating centres, especially in light of any safety and environmental objections
  • in-house driver and transport manager training
  • preparation of and advice on terms of business, particularly in connection with the carriage of goods
  • representation at magistrates' and crown courts following transport related prosecutions