Most rate confirmations allow a set amount of free time, often two hours, before detention pay starts. The terms are in the rate confirmation.
Document it
- Check in on time and note the arrival time.
- Get the in and out times on the bill of lading if possible.
- Tell the broker before free time ends that the truck is still waiting.
- Send the times and the claim the same day.
Our detention clock counts the billable time live.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice.
This article is general information, not legal, tax or regulatory advice. Rules change; confirm current requirements with the responsible agency or a licensed professional.
