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High ImpactAug 14, 2026Trucking Litigation Risk Surges: Fleet Safety Directors Face Multimillion-Dollar Exposure
The trucking industry faces accelerating litigation pressure as nuclear verdicts—awards exceeding $1 million—grow at 5.7% annually, with nearly 300 verdicts above $1 million reported in 2019–2024 comp
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High ImpactJul 23, 2026Shipper Liability Risk Increases Post-Montgomery Decision
The Supreme Court's Montgomery decision has fundamentally altered liability exposure for shippers in the trucking industry. While the case addressed negligent carrier selection by brokers, plaintiffs
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