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Supreme Court Eliminates Broker Defense, Raising Liability Risks for Truck Leasing Companies
The Supreme Court ruled 9-0 on May 14, 2026, that state-law negligent-hire claims against freight brokers are not preempted by federal law. Legal analysts warn that the same reasoning could extend liability to truck leasing companies like Ryder and Penske, which have relied on a different statute for protection.
Jul 8, 2026 1 source