Marc Blubaugh Featured on The Intermodal Logistics Podcast Discussing Supreme Court Freight Broker Liability Decision

Benesch Partner Marc S. Blubaugh, co-lead of the firm’s Transportation & Logistics Practice Group, was featured on The Intermodal Logistics Podcast to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in Montgomery v. C.H. Robinson and its implications for freight broker liability.

During the episode, Marc examined the Court’s interpretation of the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act’s (F4A) safety exception, how the ruling establishes a more consistent precedent for broker liability claims, and what transportation and logistics professionals should consider when evaluating carrier selection practices. He also discussed the relationship between the decision and a recent verdict involving C.H. Robinson, emphasizing that liability determinations remain highly fact-specific. Additionally, Marc highlighted the importance of developing clear carrier selection standards, training personnel responsible for carrier vetting, and the role of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in carrier oversight and safety.

Listen to the episode here.