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High ImpactMay 19, 2026Supreme Court Ruling Changes Carrier Vetting: Safety Ratings No Longer Shield
The Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport has fundamentally shifted carrier liability exposure for brokers, shippers, and logistics platforms. The ruling eliminates the
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Risk & Disruption
High ImpactMay 15, 2026Broker Standard of Care Evolves: Montgomery Decision Raises Vetting Bar
The freight brokerage industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in the standard of care following the Supreme Court's Montgomery decision. Brokers can no longer rely solely on FMCSA operating autho
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