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Behind the SCOTUS Broker Ruling Part 1

Transportation attorney Greg Feary breaks down the recent Supreme Court decision that brokers can be held liable for damages in truck accidents and what it means for the trucking industry going forward.

May 20, 2026

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision has the trucking industry paying close attention — especially freight brokers, carriers, and legal teams.

In this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, Heavy Duty Trucking Executive Editor Jack Roberts speaks with transportation attorney Greg Feary about the Supreme Court’s recent ruling involving broker liability, negligent hiring claims, and what the case could mean for the future of freight transportation litigation.

Feary explains the legal background behind the case, why it matters to brokers and carriers alike, and how future lawsuits and safety scrutiny could affect the trucking industry moving forward.

Topics include:

- The C.H. Robinson case
- Negligent hiring claims against brokers
- Federal preemption and FAAAA implications
- What this means for trucking companies and freight brokers
- Potential ripple effects across the industry


Read more on the decision: How the Supreme Court Broker Liability Ruling Could Reshape Trucking’s Safety Landscape


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