LANDSTAR SYSTEM INC 8-K

What Happened Landstar System, Inc. filed an 8-K on April 2, 2026, reporting that Michael K. Kneller, Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary and an Executive Officer since 2005, will resign his employment effective May 8, 2026 to join the law firm Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, P.C. In connection with his departure, Landstar named Vallie S. Dugas, currently Vice President and Assistant General Counsel, as Interim Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary effective May 8, 2026.

Key Details

• Filing: Form 8-K filed April 2, 2026 (Item 5.02 — departure/election of officers).
• Resignation effective date: May 8, 2026.
• Departing officer: Michael K. Kneller — VP, General Counsel & Secretary; Executive Officer since 2005.
• Interim appointment: Vallie S. Dugas promoted from VP & Assistant General Counsel, effective May 8, 2026.

Why It Matters This is an executive change affecting Landstar’s legal and corporate governance leadership. The company named an internal successor as interim, which suggests continuity in legal oversight; the 8-K does not disclose any special compensation or severance arrangements. Investors tracking management stability, regulatory matters, or governance should note the change and watch for any further disclosures about a permanent replacement or related terms.