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Section 401 – Liability of motor carriers for loss or damage to freight.

72-9-401. Liability of motor carriers for loss or damage to freight. (1) (a) A motor carrier receiving property for transportation from one point in this state to another point in this state shall issue a receipt or bill of lading for the property, and shall be liable to the lawful holder of the property for […]

Section 402 – Limitation of time for presenting claims and bringing suit.

72-9-402. Limitation of time for presenting claims and bringing suit. (1) A motor carrier shall allow at least: (a) 90 days for giving notice of claims for any loss, damage, or injury to property; (b) four months for the filing of claims; and (c) two years for the institution of suits. (2) If the loss […]

Section 403 – Contribution between connecting motor carriers.

72-9-403. Contribution between connecting motor carriers. (1) The motor carrier paying for the loss or damage to property transported or received is entitled to recovery from the motor carrier responsible for the loss or damage, or on the motor carrier’s line the loss, damage, or injury was sustained. (2) The amount of the loss or […]

Section 404 – Bills of lading — Form.

72-9-404. Bills of lading — Form. Bills of lading issued by any motor carrier for the transportation of goods within this state shall conform to this chapter, rules made under this chapter, and Title 70A, Chapter 7a, Part 3, Bills of Lading – Special Provisions, that are not in conflict with this chapter. Amended by […]