On May 14, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled that freight brokers can face negligent hiring claims under state law when selecting unsafe motor carriers. The decision resolves years of conflicting court rulings across the country and could have a significant impact on how brokers approach carrier selection moving forward.

The case, Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, centered around whether federal law protected brokers from liability related to carrier selection decisions. The Court ultimately determined that state-level safety claims against brokers are allowed to proceed.

For the logistics industry, this decision is expected to increase focus on carrier vetting, safety records, compliance monitoring, and operational due diligence. Many industry experts believe brokers will now face greater scrutiny regarding how carriers are selected and monitored.

At Loop Logistics, safety and responsible carrier selection have always been a core part of our operational process. Our team actively reviews carrier compliance, insurance, authority status, and safety-related information before assigning freight.

While the legal landscape may continue to evolve following this decision, our commitment remains unchanged:
partnering with reliable carriers and protecting our customers’ freight through informed operational decisions.

We will continue monitoring developments across the industry and adapting where necessary to maintain the high standards our customers expect.