#Montgomery V Caribe

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Freight broker reviewing carrier safety documentation on computer screen in office

Broker Fraud & Vetting May 25, 2026

Broker Vetting Costs Spike After Supreme Court Liability Ruling

One week after Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, brokers are tightening carrier onboarding, and small fleets are feeling the squeeze.

By Diana Korczak

Freight broker reviewing carrier insurance documents at desk with laptop and paperwork

Broker Fraud & Vetting May 17, 2026

Broker $75K bond won't cover crash liability, what carriers should verify now

Supreme Court ruling opens brokers to negligent-selection lawsuits, but the federal surety bond only covers freight payment defaults: not tort judgments.

By Diana Korczak