A New Chapter for Freight Brokers: What Transportation Companies Need to Know

The transportation industry has been talking about Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC for months—and for good reason. In May, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously changed the legal landscape surrounding freight brokers and the way they select motor carriers. Since then, insurers, brokers, transportation attorneys and industry organizations have been working through what the decision…

Managing ADAS Risks in Commercial Fleets

Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are becoming increasingly common in commercial vehicles. Technologies such as automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection are designed to improve driver awareness and reduce collision risk. But ADAS also introduces new risk management considerations for commercial fleets. Drivers remain responsible for operating…

June is National Safety Month

Safety is one of those things that’s easy to take for granted—until something goes wrong. That’s why National Safety Month, observed each June, encourages organizations across the country to pause and refocus on the habits, training and conversations that help keep people safe. Organized by the National Safety Council (NSC), the month-long campaign highlights key…

April is National Car Care Month

After a long winter, performing basic maintenance can help prevent breakdowns, improve safety and keep your car running smoothly as warmer weather arrives. How to Conduct a Seasonal Check-up Reduce the need for unexpected repairs and improve your vehicle’s performance with a seasonal check-up. Consider these steps: Replace worn wiper blades. Test the battery to…