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DOT SAP Evaluation: The..

Dec 23, 2025 6:42 AM

If you are a DOT-regulated safety-sensitive employee who has tested positive for drugs or alcohol, or refused a DOT test, you are legally required to…

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Steps to Challenge a False Positive DOT Drug Test

Can You Challenge a Fal..

Dec 22, 2025 10:03 AM

A positive result on a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test can feel like a career-ending event. For safety-sensitive employees like truck drivers, pilots, and…

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The Importance of Choosing the Right SAP First

Can Employers or Driver..

Dec 21, 2025 10:32 AM

The Department of Transportation (DOT) return-to-duty process is a rigid and highly regulated pathway. For many commercial drivers and employers facing a substance abuse violation,…

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Hiring & Insurance Risks for Employers Hiring SAP-Cleared Drivers (2026 Legal Reality)

Hiring & Insurance..

Dec 20, 2025 5:39 PM

As we enter 2026, the demand for CDL drivers remains at an all-time high. However, fleet owners and HR managers often hesitate when they see…

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Return-to-Duty After a DOT Violation: Timeline, Delays & Costly Mistakes That Reset Your Case

Return-to-Duty After a ..

Dec 19, 2025 5:28 PM

Returning to work after a DOT violation is a marathon, not a sprint. While the goal is to get back behind the wheel as quickly…

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Immigration Hardship Wa..

Dec 18, 2025 10:23 AM

Navigating the United States immigration system can be overwhelming, especially when your family’s stability depends on the approval of a Hardship Waiver. At AACS Counseling,…

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