Judge Delays Ruling on $604M Verdict Against C.H. Robinson

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A Dallas County judge has still not affirmed the $604 million verdict against C.H. Robinson in the LIPA v. Lupus Superior case, more than six weeks after a jury delivered the largest nuclear lawsuit judgment ever recorded against an operating carrier or broker. Plaintiffs filed a brief last week requesting affirmation, but the court has taken no action, and a Citigroup analyst note indicates a ruling is expected within 90 days. C.H. Robinson was found only 23% liable, a share translating to roughly $135 million, which aligns almost exactly with the company's insurance cap, suggesting jurors may have calibrated the award to the policy limit. Co-defendant Lupus Superior operates approximately 200 trucks and is unlikely to cover its share, potentially shifting more of the judgment onto the broker. The case is expected to be appealed regardless, and the broader legal environment, including the Penske Logistics case, is reshaping broker liability standards and consolidating the industry.

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CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
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Judge has not yet affirmed the $604M nuclear verdict against C.H. Robinson, with a ruling expected within 90 days and appeal likely.

Off-coverage companies 2

Lupus SuperiorPrivate▼ Negative
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Co-defendant in the LIPA case, unlikely to cover its share of the judgment, potentially shifting more liability onto the broker.

Penske CorporationPrivate± Mixed
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