Understand how interstate shipping liability works in one practical reference.
This edition explains federal laws that shape loss and damage claims, including the Cummins Amendment, the Bill of Lading Act, and related rules. It links long‑standing common‑law ideas to modern rules so you can see how liability is determined from delivery to arrival and through every carrier in the chain.
This book is organized to be a working tool for busy traffic departments and claims staff. It traces liability by stage, clarifies when state rules apply, and shows how federal law governs interstate shipments. It also includes an appendix with the key federal statutes and is updated quarterly through a supplements series.
- Clear explanations of major federal rules that control loss and damage claims.
- Guidance on who can sue, when to sue, and how liability is measured.
- Practical discussion of notices, inspections, and claim procedures.
- Context for how warehousing, storage, and route choices affect liability.
Ideal for readers of legal reference works on transportation and freight claims, including compliance professionals and in‑house counsel reviewing interstate shipments.