A Perfect Storm Brews for Freight Brokers The recent $604 million judgment against C. H.
Robinson is being hailed by plaintiff attorneys as a watershed moment, but it's more than just a single high profile case – it's a warning sign for an industry on shaky ground.
The trucking sector has long been aware of the risk of "nuclear judgments," but this verdict marks a turning point: freight brokerage now squarely faces the liability risks associated with dealing with smaller carriers.