June 1, 2026

FMCSA Enforcement

After a Fatal Virginia Bus Crash and Ohio CDL Downgrade Notices, Employers Should Recheck ELP and Non-Domiciled CDL Files

After a fatal May 29, 2026 I-95 bus crash drew federal scrutiny of driver English proficiency and CDL licensing, Ohio announced CDL downgrade letters for approximately 5,000 non-domiciled drivers. Here is what employers should check now.

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FMCSA Enforcement

Supreme Court Allows Broker Negligent-Hiring Lawsuits to Proceed — What Montgomery v. Caribe Means for Carrier Vetting

On May 14, 2026, the Supreme Court unanimously held in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II that the FAAAA does not preempt state-law negligent-hiring claims against freight brokers. Here is what changed, what brokers should do, and why your carrier-vetting file is now key evidence.

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