Business UpdateMay 19, 2026, 07:51 AM
Landstar Addresses Supreme Court Ruling on Carrier Safety
AI Summary
Landstar System, Inc. commented on the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision regarding the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act’s (FAAAA) safety exception to state law negligent selection claims. The company emphasized its long-standing commitment to safe transportation through disciplined, multi-layered approaches for qualifying Business Capacity Owners (BCOs) and approving third-party carriers. Landstar believes its established practices align with federal safety expectations and position it well in the industry, while also advocating for greater federal clarity on carrier selection standards and updated financial responsibility requirements.
Key Highlights
- Landstar reflected on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC.
- The decision addresses the FAAAA’s safety exception to preemption of state law negligent selection claims.
- Landstar operates with approximately 8,500 BCO trucks and 65,000 independent third-party carriers.
- Company applies disciplined, multi-layered approaches to qualify BCOs and approve third-party carriers.
- Landstar's practices align with federal safety expectations, including FMCSA and DOT guidance.
- The company has reduced its approved carrier network size using advanced vetting technology.
- Landstar encourages federal clarity on carrier selection standards and updated financial responsibility requirements.
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