Broker Liability in Trucking Accidents After MAP-21
This federal statute was implemented on October 1, 2013. The section of the statute most important for discussion here is 49 USC §14916. Whereas, prior to passage of this statute, entities [...]
Updates on Broker Liability In Trucking Defense Litigation
“The Impact of Sperl” posted on this blog in March 2012 remains one of the most viewed posts. Undoubtedly the impact of the Sperl decision of over $23 million against of the largest, [...]
Impact of Sperl v. CH Robinson Worldwide inc. on Broker’s Vicarious Liability for Trucking Driver’s Negligence
Transportation Broker responsible for $23 million in damages for truck driver’s negligence!!!* Procedural History Plaintiffs filed a lawsuit against C.H. Robinson (CHR), a broker between [...]