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shipper liability
Logistics Shipping & Freight #shipper liability#texas
Texas appeals court hands shipper liability another setback as C.H. Robinson plays offense
A Texas appeals court rejected vicarious liability claims against shipper Atlas Aerospace, marking the second such setback for plaintiffs in Texas courts. Meanwhile, C.H. Robinson published a Q&A defending against the $604 million Lipe vs. Lupus Superior verdict and reaffirmed its plan to appeal. The rulings sharpen the legal test for who bears liability beyond the carrier and broker in freight accidents.
Aug 5, 2026 1 source
Rail & Road #trucking#shipper liability
Texas Court Clears Shipper Liability in Home Depot Case
A Texas court has ruled that Home Depot is not liable for a crash involving Werner Enterprises, impacting shipper liability discussions. This decision follows a contrasting ruling in the Montgomery vs. Caribe Transport II case.
Jun 2, 2026 3 sources