FMCSA

Bulky Article

Bulky Article Items such as pianos, cars, boats, snowmobiles and campers usually carry a bulky article charge to compensate the…

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Broker

Broker A person who, for compensation, arranges or offers to arrange, the transportation of cargo by an authorized carrier. A…

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Booking Agent

Booking Agent The agent who accepts the order for your move. The booking agent may or may not be your…

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Bill of Lading

Bill of Lading The receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. NOTE: It is your responsibility to…

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Auxiliary Service (Shuttle)

Auxiliary Service (Shuttle) If the assigned over-the-road van is unable to make a normal pickup/delivery because of physical constraints and…

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Appliance Service by Third Party

Appliance Service by Third Party The preparation of major electrical appliances to make them safe for shipment. Charges for these…

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Agent

Agent A local moving company authorized to act on behalf of a larger, national company.

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Advanced Charges

Advanced Charges Charges for services performed by someone other than the mover. A professional, craftsman, or other third party may…

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Accessorial (Additional) Services

Accessorial (Additional) Services Services such as packing, appliance servicing, unpacking, or piano stair carries that you request to be performed…

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Safety-sensitive function

Safety-sensitive function All time from the time a driver begins to work or is required to be in readiness to…

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