The following is a brief recap of recent court cases involving rental companies, along with legal issues to watch in 2023 and beyond. The rental company employee completed a driver’s license inspection and allowed the additional driver to swap vehicles (the original car had transmission issues). The next day, the additional driver caused an accident, which resulted in a fatality and serious injuries to third parties. That comment is a reminder of the importance of checking the driver’s license of all authorized drivers and maintaining records. Other Developing IssuesSeveral other issues to watch in 2023 and beyond include:Privacy laws and telematics – Telematics technology continues to advance and provides rental operators powerful tools for monitoring vehicles and improving customer experience.