liability News Updates

“[This] is not us saying we want immunity from liability,” said C.H. Robinson CEO Dave Bozeman. “No, we want accountability. Give us a standard.”

Brokers are reassessing how they vet and monitor carriers, from safety review processes and load assignment practices to the tools used to evaluate performance.

Even brokers that have prioritized compliance and safety could face a more difficult operating environment, trucking and logistics leaders said.

Legal experts are urging the freight brokerage industry to bolster its carrier-vetting practices in the wake of Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II.

The use of cameras on heavy-duty #trucks has gone mainstream as more and more fleets have adopted forward- and inward-facing cameras to coach drivers and reduce liability. Now the latest smart camera #technology is taking things a step further, helping carriers capture more angles, gain new insights and derive more operational value from video.   

Program Aired: March 9, 2023 2 p.m. ET. The newest positioning technology is 100x more accurate than the current market standard. Such advancement promises trucking companies better ways to mitigate risk, reduce liability, and monitor safety. But how does it work in practice? This seminar explores the practical application of precision GPS and discusses fleet safety, accident reduction, and driver management.

In the event of a spill, being prepared with a response plan can make all the difference. Learn how to position your company to protect your bottom line and your brand from unnecessary costs, liabilities and damage.

As lawmakers work on legislation that will provide additional relief funds to the transportation sector, the trucking industry is asking Congress to include provisions that ensure liability protection for motor carriers on the front lines of the coronavirus relief effort.