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Freight Claims Agreement

Agreement defining liability limits and claim handling between shipper and carrier.

Added: January 15, 2026
Applicable: Universal

Detailed Explanation

A Freight Claims Agreement is often part of a master service agreement. It pre-defines the carrier's maximum liability per pound or per package (limit of liability), the time limits for filing claims (which may differ from statutory minimums), and the dispute resolution process for denied claims.

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#liability#contract#terms#freight

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