FMCSA

For-Hire Carrier

For-Hire Carrier A trucking company that is paid to transport cargo belonging to others.

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Flight Charge (Stair Carry)

Flight Charge (Stair Carry) An extra charge to compensate the carrier for the additional labor and time required to move…

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Flight Charge

Flight Charge A charge for carrying items up or down flights of stairs. Charges for these services may be in…

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Extraordinary Value or High Value Article

Extraordinary Value or High Value Article An item whose value exceeds $100 per pound ($220 per kilogram). NOTE: These items…

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Expedited Service

Expedited Service An agreement with the mover to perform transportation by a set date in exchange for charges based upon…

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Estimate, Non-Binding

Estimate, Non-Binding This is what your mover believes the cost will be, based upon the estimated weight of the shipment…

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Estimate, Binding

Estimate, Binding An agreement made in advance with your mover, which guarantees the total cost of the move based upon…

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Elevator Carry

Elevator Carry A charge to compensate the carrier for the additional labor required to move a shipment by way of…

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Destination Agent

Destination Agent The agent designated in the destination area to be available to assist or provide information to you or…

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Declared Valuation

Declared Valuation The shipper's indication of the value declared for the possessions being shipped, thereby establishing the carrier's maximum liability…

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