Tag: FMCSA

Freight Forwarder A company that arranges for truck transportation of cargo belonging to others, utilizing for-hire carriers to provide the actual truck transportation. A freight forwarder assumes responsibility for the cargo from origin to destination and usually takes possession of the cargo at some point during the transportation. Freight forwarders typically assemble and consolidate less-than-truckload… Continue reading Freight Forwarder

Force Majeure A defense protecting the parties in the event that a part of the contract cannot be performed due to causes which are outside the control of the parties and could not be avoided by exercise of due care.

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

Flight Charge (Stair Carry) An extra charge to compensate the carrier for the additional labor and time required to move a shipment up or down flights of stairs which lead to or from an origin or destination residence.

Flight Charge A charge for carrying items up or down flights of stairs. Charges for these services may be in addition to the line haul charges.

Extraordinary Value or High Value Article An item whose value exceeds $100 per pound ($220 per kilogram). NOTE: These items should be disclosed to the mover to ensure that they are protected accordingly.

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

Estimate, Non-Binding This is what your mover believes the cost will be, based upon the estimated weight of the shipment and the accessorial services requested. A non-binding estimate is not binding on the mover. The final charges will be based upon the actual weight of your shipment, the services provided, and the tariff provisions in… Continue reading Estimate, Non-Binding

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

Destination Agent The agent designated in the destination area to be available to assist or provide information to you or the van operator regarding your shipment