Trucking Industry Defense Association (TIDA) TIDA educates defends and advocates for the motor carrier industry. This organization is committed to reducing the cost of claims and lawsuits against the trucking industry. Our members work to develop strategies and share knowledge to defend the trucking industry in personal injury property damage workers compensation and cargo claims while advocating on behalf of the industrys interests. The Cargo Skills Course Seminar provided an excellent practical workshop on the importance of preparing trucking company corporate designees for deposition and the approaches and tactics of plaintiffs attorneys.