What will you learn?
The Contract's Three Part Process
This introductory session defines the roles of contracts, bills of lading and tariffs in motor carrier contracts.
Types of Contracts and Their Provisions
This multi-track session examines how motor carrier contracts:
- Are constructed to meet legal requirements
- Are used to establish performance standards, indemnification, and process freight claims
- Set payment terms and define other essential clauses
- Are interpreted differently by shippers, brokers and carriers
Learn the difference between: Motor Carrier to Shipper, Motor Carrier to Broker and Shipper to Broker contracts.
Interactive Session: Ranking Negotiating Priorities
This small group discussion will give seminar participants a deeper understanding of contract mechanics and how parties to the contract view different clauses.
Interactive Session: Negotiating Roles
This interactive group discussion outlines the different negotiating roles and is designed to give seminar participants a broader knowledge of how to structure mutually beneficial contract clauses.
Real World Examples: Case Law
Attendees will examine benchmark cases on motor carrier contract provisions and gain insight on how the courts apply the law to today’s transportation contracts.