Robertson Transportation Co. v. Public Service Commission

The basic issue on this appeal is whether the PSC’s decision and order denying Robertson’s application to remove the interroute restrictions on engaging in a single-line service between Monroe and Madison-Milwaukee is supported by substantial evidence in light of the entire record as submitted.

The granting or denial of a certificate of authority by the PSC is done in the exercise of legislative discretion by the commission. Its power is granted by sec. 194.23 (1), Stats., which provides in substance that no person shall operate a motor vehicle as a common motor carrier except in accordance…