Heavy Vehicle Matters
Expert Legal Advice for Heavy Vehicle Drivers and Operators in NSW
At Tyson Legal, we understand that the heavy vehicle industry is highly regulated and that compliance with the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) can be complex. Whether you’re a driver, operator, or company owner, breaches can have serious financial, legal, and employment consequences.
Our team provides practical, experienced legal representation for heavy vehicle matters across New South Wales, ensuring you understand your rights, obligations, and options.
We offer an obligation-free initial consultation to discuss your situation and guide you through the next steps.
If you’ve received an infringement notice, been charged under the HVNL, or are facing a compliance investigation and you would like assistance to understand your options, Tyson Brown is a NSW Law Society registered criminal lawyer, with a decade of experience acting for people charged with criminal and/or traffic offences.
Call 0420 961 953 for personalised advice and service.
Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL)
The HVNL governs the operation of heavy vehicles over 4.5 tonnes GVM in NSW. It sets out the rules for mass, dimension, load restraint, fatigue management, and vehicle standards.
We assist with:
- Alleged breaches of HVNL provisions
- Chain of Responsibility (CoR) offences
- Investigations by the NHVR or Transport for NSW
Safety and Compliance
Compliance is not just about avoiding fines, it’s about maintaining your accreditation and reputation. We provide advice and representation on:
- Vehicle safety and maintenance obligations
- Load restraint and overloading issues
- Mass and dimension breaches
- Defective vehicle notices or prohibition orders
Fatigue Management, Log Books & Work/Rest Periods
Fatigue-related offences are among the most common heavy vehicle charges in NSW.
- We can assist if you’ve been accused of:
- Failing to take required rest breaks
- False or incomplete log book entries
- Exceeding maximum work periods
- Breaches under Basic Fatigue Management (BFM) or Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) schemes
Our lawyers can help you understand the relevant work and rest period requirements, the penalties involved, and how to respond to infringement notices or court summons.
Vehicle Standards and Modifications
If your vehicle has been issued with a defect notice or you’ve been charged with using a non-compliant vehicle, we can assist in resolving:
- Vehicle standard offences
- Unapproved modifications
- Clearance and compliance processes
Other Heavy Vehicle Offences
We also represent clients in matters involving:
- Speed limiter tampering
- Load restraint breaches
- Dangerous driving or negligent operation of heavy vehicles
- Licence suspensions and appeals
- Transport company compliance investigations
Why Choose Tyson Legal?
- Extensive experience in heavy vehicle and transport law
- Tailored advice for both drivers and operators
- Strong understanding of industry compliance requirements
- Strategic representation to protect your licence, livelihood, and business
Obligation-Free Consultation
If you’ve received an infringement notice, been charged under the HVNL, or are facing a compliance investigation, don’t delay, early advice can make all the difference.
Contact Tyson Legal today for a confidential, obligation-free consultation.