Cargo Claims Adjustment Act
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jun 18, 1975)
Cargo Claims Adjustment Act - Provides that a claim for damages to cargo by a shipper against a carrier may include a claim for the recovery of reasonable attorney's fees unless both the carrier and shipper agree, in advance, to utilize a final claims-settling procedure created by the Interstate Commerce Commission or operated by the carrier with the approval of the Commission. Sets forth minimum standards for such claims-settling procedures.
Authorizes the Commission to require and regulate surety bonds, insurance policies, or similar devices from regulated carriers to insure that all just claims can be paid.
What just happenedJun 18, 1975
Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce.
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