Transportation

The Problem: Parties cannot agree on responsibility for trouble load at destination. The Key Point: Mitigate damages now; assess responsibility...

The Problem Carrier missed scheduled appointment. The Key Point Appointment times are generally not guaranteed.   The Solution The party...

The Problem Excessive bruising at destination. The Key Point Loading pallets over the rear axles is not considered abnormal transportation....

The Problem Warm weather blamed for warm temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...

The Problem Load wrongfully rejected to the truck. The Key Point Protect the commercial value of the product, even after...

The Problem Alleged shortage at arrival. The Key Point Drivers must have an opportunity to validate shortage claims. The Solution...

The Problem Dispute over responsibility for detention fees. The Key Point A carrier’s detention fees are chargeable to the party...

The Problem Parties cannot agree on responsibility for load at destination.   The Key Point Mitigate damages now; assess responsibility...

The Problem Carrier’s insurer denied a claim. The Key Point A carrier’s liability for damaged cargo is not limited by...

The Problem: Warm product allegedly loaded at shipping point. The Key Point: Carriers should not drive away with loads that cannot be...

Q: We are a produce receiver on the West Coast and are reviewing our practices for receiving trouble loads. Can...

The Problem Disputes related to transit temperatures. The Key Point Destination pulp temperatures are not the best evidence of temperatures...

From Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, President and CEO Produce for Better Health Foundation BB #:157162 It’s that time again....

The Problem Warm weather blamed for high temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...

The Problem Alleged shortage as to count. The Key Point Drivers must have an opportunity to validate shortage claims. The...

The Problem Determining whether a carrier failed to maintain transit temperatures within an acceptable range. The Key Point Blue Book’s...

The Problem Warm weather blamed for warm temperatures in transit. The Key Point Carriers are expected to maintain transit temperatures...

The Problem: Carrier denies full responsibility despite evidence product was frozen in transit. The Key Point: If the carrier can conclusively show the...