#carrier-liability
(7 articles)Court Expands Freight Broker Liability for Negligent Hiring
A significant court ruling has expanded the legal liability landscape for freight brokers, establishing that they can be held accountable for negligent hiring of carrier personnel under state law. Thi
Texas Trucking Company Hit with $50M Nuclear Verdict
A Texas-based trucking company has been hit with a nuclear verdict totaling nearly $50 million, marking a significant liability event in the industry. The term "nuclear verdict" refers to an unusually
Supreme Court Revives Major Logistics Lawsuit with Industry-Wide Implications
The U.S. Supreme Court has reinstated a substantial lawsuit against a major logistics company, a decision with far-reaching consequences for the transportation and supply chain sector. This legal deve
Specialized Cargo Claims: Unlocking Hidden Value in Logistics
Cargo claims represent a critical yet often overlooked financial lever in logistics operations. When goods are lost, damaged, or stolen in transit, carriers and insurers face significant financial exp
OOCL Challenges Record $45M FMC Fine Over Jurisdiction
Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) has filed an appeal against a record $45 million fine imposed by the US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), mounting a dual-pronged legal challenge that targets bo
Non-Domiciled CDLs: Protect Your Supply Chain from Illegal Drivers
Non-domiciled Commercial Driver's License (CDL) fraud represents a growing compliance and operational risk for supply chain professionals managing freight transportation. Drivers operating under inval
FMCSA Process Agent System Exposed: Carriers Operating Without Legal Accountability
A comprehensive analysis of FMCSA's BOC-3 (Blanket of Coverage) process agent system reveals systemic vulnerabilities that undermine the legal accountability framework designed to protect crash victim