Hurricane Helene and Longshoremen Strikes Could Batter the Economy

The economy is facing serious challenges after Hurricane Helene caused an estimated $145 billion to $160 billion in damages, leaving communities ruined and millions without power. Adding to the crisis, a potential strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association at 36 major East Coast ports could disrupt import and export activities. Ron Leibman, chair of McCarter’s Transportation, Logistics & Supply Chain Management Practice, shares his insights with Forbes on the key issues behind the potential strike.