On May 14, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 9-0 that freight brokers can be sued under state law for hiring unsafe motor carriers. Here's what Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II means for fleets — and why brokers will start vetting your CSA scores like they never have before.
Forced dispatch sounds like a business decision. It's also an insurance problem. When drivers are pushed onto loads they didn't agree to, the liability questions get complicated fast — and most policies aren't written to sort them out in your favor.
Most fleet owners assume their physical damage policy covers whatever trailer their drivers are pulling. It doesn't. Non-owned trailer exposure is one of the most overlooked gaps in commercial trucking coverage — and it often goes unnoticed until a claim gets denied.
Amazon Relay loads can keep trucks moving, but the insurance side is not as simple as many fleets expect. This guide explains where Amazon Relay insurance challenges usually show up, what policy details deserve a second look, and how to tighten coverage before one bad claim turns a profitable lane into an expensive mistake.
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Key takeaway Yes, a stolen truck can be used in a crime, and when it is, your insurer will treat the claim as both a theft loss and a…
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Most people assume that if a truck is on the road, it must be operating legally. The DOT number is active, the paperwork looks correct, and a certificate of…
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Many trucking companies believe insurance premiums only go one direction. Up. While market cycles do affect pricing, the reality is that individual fleets have far more control than they…
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Commercial auto insurance has become one of the most frustrating costs for trucking companies. Year after year, premiums climb, even for fleets with clean records. Many carriers feel trapped,…
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Most trucking companies work hard to build a good reputation, operate safely, and serve customers honestly. Yet criminal networks sometimes target legitimate logistics firms and try to use them…
Reviewed by Cameron Pechia, Founder, WA Insurance License 71186Last reviewed: 3/18/2026 Learn why your trucking insurance costs are rising and what steps fleets can take to reduce premiums without losing protection. Many trucking companies enter renewal season with the same…