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(16 articles)C.H. Robinson Faces $604M Verdict in Carrier Selection Case
C.H. Robinson, one of North America's largest freight brokers and 3PL providers, has been dealt a significant financial blow with a $604 million advisory verdict in a negligent carrier selection case.
Updated Manufacturing & Warehousing Agreement Framework
Morgan Lewis has released an updated analysis of best practices and evolving standards in manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics agreements. This guidance is particularly relevant as supply chain o
Koch-Backed Group Launches Six-Figure Campaign to Repeal Jones Act
Americans for Prosperity, the advocacy arm of Koch Industries, has initiated a major political push to permanently repeal the Jones Act—a 100-year-old law requiring all cargo between U.S. ports to be
DOJ Tariff Refund Appeal Creates New Uncertainty for Importers
The U.S. Department of Justice's latest appeal in an ongoing tariff refund dispute is intensifying uncertainty around the government's willingness to return duties collected from importers. According
Supreme Court Ruling Expands Broker Liability for Negligent Hiring
A landmark Supreme Court decision has fundamentally altered the legal landscape for freight brokers by establishing that third parties can now sue brokers for negligent hiring practices. This ruling c
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
Managing Supply Chain Disruption: Legal and Strategic Framework
Dentons, a major international law firm, has published guidance on managing supply chain disruption, addressing a critical pain point for enterprises across sectors. The article appears to provide a f
Montgomery ruling reshapes shipper liability; freight rates surge
The Supreme Court's recent Montgomery vs. Caribe Transport II decision—which clarified broker liability under federal safety exceptions—is rippling far beyond brokers themselves. Industry leaders Max
Supreme Court Strips FAAAA Liability Shield for Freight Brokers
The Supreme Court of the United States has rejected a longstanding liability shield protection for freight brokers under the Freight Forwarder Accountability and Advancement Act (FAAAA). This ruling r
Freight Brokers Face Tighter Legal Liability in Negligent Hiring Cases
Recent court developments are materially narrowing the legal protections that freight brokers have historically enjoyed in negligent hiring litigation. This shift means brokers can no longer rely on s
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
Supreme Court Freight Broker Ruling Disappoints Transportation Industry
The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a ruling on freight brokers that has drawn criticism from the transportation industry, which views the decision as unfavorable to their interests and operational flex
Importers File Lawsuits Against Trump's 10% Global Tariff
A significant legal challenge has emerged against President Trump's Section 122 tariffs following a trade court ruling that determined the 10% global tariff was unlawful. Importers and their legal adv
Trade Court Strikes Down Trump's 10% Global Tariff
A trade court has ruled that President Trump's proposed 10% global tariff is illegal, delivering a significant victory for supply chain stakeholders and import-reliant businesses. This judicial decisi
Supreme Court Tariff Victory Opens Relief Path for Texas Businesses
A recent Supreme Court decision has delivered significant legal relief to Texas businesses regarding tariff obligations, marking a notable shift in how import duties may be assessed or appealed. This
Logistics Legal Updates: February 2026 Compliance Briefing
Kennedys Law LLP's monthly 'Bite-Size Insights' series provides condensed regulatory and legal updates relevant to the logistics and supply chain sector. This February 2026 edition synthesizes emergin