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(15 articles)Supreme Court Strips Brokers of Key Legal Defense in Carrier Selection
On May 14, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous 9-0 decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC that fundamentally reshapes liability exposure for freight brokers across North Americ
Supreme Court Montgomery Ruling Expands Broker Liability—What It Means
The Supreme Court's Montgomery decision has clarified and reinforced the legal liability exposure for freight brokers operating in the United States. This ruling establishes stronger precedent around
Supreme Court Expands Freight Broker Liability: What You Need to Know
The Supreme Court has issued a landmark decision that significantly expands the legal liability exposure facing freight brokers across North America. This ruling clarifies that freight brokers can be
B.C. Makes Dashboard Cameras Mandatory for Commercial Trucks
British Columbia has passed landmark legislation mandating dashboard cameras on all commercial vehicles operating in the province. The Dashboard Cameras in Commercial Vehicles Act cleared third readin
Europe's Freight Rules: Key Changes for Supply Chain Leaders
European freight regulations are undergoing significant refinement to address inefficiencies in cross-border logistics and cargo handling. This regulatory shift signals a structural change in how frei
Supreme Court Ruling Expands Freight Broker Liability Risk
A recent Supreme Court ruling has significantly expanded the legal liability exposure for freight brokers, creating new operational and financial risks across the transportation and logistics sector.
Supreme Court Rejects FAAAA Shield for Freight Brokers
The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a key legal shield that freight brokers sought under the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (FAAAA), significantly increasing their exposure to state
Supreme Court Ruling Accelerates Demand for Fleet Safety Tech
The U.S. Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC has fundamentally shifted legal and financial incentives in the freight industry by holding that state-law neglige
Supreme Court Case Creates Legal Risk for C.H. Robinson
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, one of North America's largest third-party logistics providers, faces a new legal challenge through a Supreme Court case that adds regulatory and operational complexity to its
Supreme Court Broker Liability Ruling Set to Raise Trucking Costs
The US Supreme Court's unanimous decision to hold freight brokers liable for negligently recruiting truckers with poor safety records represents a watershed moment for the trucking industry. This ruli
Supreme Court Freight Broker Ruling: What Really Changes?
The Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II strips away Federal Aviation Administration Authorization (FAAAA) preemption protections that previously shielded freight br
Supreme Court Ruling Changes Freight Broker Vetting Requirements
A recent Supreme Court ruling has elevated the importance of freight broker vetting practices, potentially reshaping how brokers conduct due diligence on carriers and manage operational risk. This dec
Supreme Court broker liability ruling could reshape 3PL industry
The Supreme Court is poised to issue a landmark decision by end of June on broker liability that could fundamentally alter how freight brokerages operate and manage risk. The Montgomery v. Caribe II c
Supreme Court Case Could Reshape Broker Carrier Selection
The Supreme Court is deciding whether freight brokers can be held liable under state negligence law for their carrier selection decisions. The case—Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II—stems from a 2017
Supreme Court Case Threatens Freight Broker Model, Groups Warn
Transportation industry associations are expressing significant concern about an upcoming Supreme Court case that could fundamentally alter the regulatory landscape for freight brokers. The case has t