Swift Transportation controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2015
Widow files wrongful-death lawsuit against Walmart and Swift Transportation
Lawsuit filed
The widow of Wiley Clark filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against Walmart and Swift Transportation, alleging that they were responsible for her husband's death in a truck crash.
Source excerpt
The widow of a longtime law enforcement officer filed a wrongful lawsuit Thursday against Walmart, claiming that Walmart and Swift Transportation are responsible for her husband's death.
Lawyers say the truck driver, who works for Swift Transportation, a trucking company that works with Walmart, was fatigued, and that the truck he was in had maintenance issues.
2005
SEC insider-trading investigation involving Jerry Moyes
Jerry Moyes was removed as Swift's chief executive after an SEC investigation concerning insider trading. He settled for $1.26 million without admitting or denying wrongdoing.
1970
Labor dispute during Teamsters strike
During the Teamsters strike, Swift dismissed its drivers and closed its Gardena facility. The company subsequently maintained a stated non-union position.