Higginbotham Elevates Transportation Practice to Division Amid Industry Turmoil
Event summary
- Higginbotham's Transportation specialty practice becomes a full division in October 2026, expanding its team to 31 members with 372 years of combined experience.
- The division will address industry pressures at the ReFuel Leadership Conference on October 27–28, 2026, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
- Recent U.S. Supreme Court decision Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC exposes brokers to new liability risks.
- Division status enables investment in transportation-specific resources, including customized Day Two Services®.
The big picture
Higginbotham's division upgrade reflects the transportation industry's growing complexity, as legal, insurance, and operational pressures converge. The company is positioning itself as a specialized partner amid rising costs and regulatory uncertainty, particularly following the Montgomery ruling. With 31 team members and 372 years of combined experience, the division aims to bridge gaps between motor carriers, insurers, and brokers.
What we're watching
- Regulatory Headwinds
- How the Montgomery ruling will affect broker liability and insurance requirements across the transportation chain.
- Operational Efficiency
- Whether Higginbotham's customized Day Two Services® can differentiate it in the competitive transportation insurance market.
- Industry Collaboration
- The pace at which state trucking associations coordinate on cross-border regulatory challenges.
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