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Sarah Susman was killed in 2021 when an overloaded logging truck overturned and crushed her car.

The practice of double brokering allows trucking companies to pass shipments to other carriers, often eroding safety oversight and accountability.

The author argues that deregulation, low insurance minimums, and caps on damages contribute to preventable trucking-related tragedies.

Proposed solutions include raising minimum insurance requirements, eliminating damage caps, and holding all parties in the shipping chain accountable.

On Sept. 3, 2021, Sarah Susman left home for what seemed like an ordinary workday. A 25-year-old part-time medic and volunteer firefighter, Sarah understood the risks of her profession. However, she could never have prepared for the tragedy th

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