FREIGHT TERMS & CONDITIONS 

Coast to Coast All Transport, Inc.
Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Coast to Coast All Transport, Inc. (“Carrier,” “we,” “our”) provides transportation services pursuant to these Freight Terms & Conditions (“Terms”). By tendering freight, the shipper or customer (“Shipper”) agrees to these Terms.

1. Governing Rules & Carrier Status

Carrier operates solely as a motor carrier under its own USDOT and MC authority.
Shipments are governed by:

• These Terms

• Bill of Lading (BOL)

• FMCSA regulations

• Carmack Amendment (49 U.S.C. §14706)

• 49 CFR §370

Carrier does not act as a broker under these Terms.

2. Rates, Quotes & Adjustments

• Rates are based on shipment information provided at quoting.

• Quotes are valid for 24 hours unless agreed otherwise.

• Misdeclared freight may result in rate changes or refusal of service.

• Market-based surcharges may apply.

3. Accessorial Charges

Examples include:

• Detention (after 2 hours)

• Layover

• TONU

• Redelivery

• Reconsignment

• Multi-stop charges

• Driver assist

• Hazmat handling (with prior approval)

• Storage

• Liftgate or special equipment

4. Pickup & Delivery

Shipper must provide complete details including addresses, appointment requirements, operating hours, and restrictions.

Carrier is not liable for delays related to:

• Facility conditions

• Lack of equipment or labor

• Incorrect instructions

• Excessive wait times

Drivers are not required to load/unload unless agreed.

5. Freight Description, Packaging & Loading

Shipper must ensure:

• Accurate commodity description

• Proper packaging, blocking, and bracing

• Compliance with DOT and safety regulations

• Correct classification (if applicable)
  
  

Right to Refuse Unsafe Freight

Carrier may refuse or discontinue service for freight that is unsafe, overweight, improperly packaged, or non-compliant.

6. Cargo Liability & Claims

Liability follows the Carmack Amendment.

• Carrier’s liability is limited to $100,000 per truckload unless otherwise agreed.

• Carrier is not liable for:

  • Acts of God

  • Weather delays

  • Concealed damage not noted

  • Improper packaging

  • Shipper/consignee handling

  • Temperature claims unless contracted

  • Delays or consequential damages
    
    

Claims Requirements

• Visible damage must be noted at delivery.

• Concealed damage reported within 48 hours.

• Formal claims filed within 9 months with full documentation.

7. Delays & Service Guarantees

Transit times are estimates; delays may occur due to factors outside Carrier’s control.

Service Limitation Disclaimer

All transit times, delivery windows, and performance estimates are approximations and not guaranteed. Carrier shall not be liable for delays caused by weather, road closures, inspections, mechanical issues, shipper/consignee readiness, or circumstances beyond its reasonable control. No consequential, incidental, special, or punitive damages will be honored.

8. Hazardous Materials

Hazmat shipments must be pre-approved and fully documented.
Improper or undeclared hazmat indemnifies the Carrier entirely.

9. Payment Terms

• Standard payment terms: Net 30 days.

• Late payments may incur service charges.

• Carrier may suspend service for past-due balances.

• Shipper responsible for collection costs and attorney fees.
  
  

10. Indemnification

Shipper indemnifies Carrier for:

• Improper packaging

• Misdeclared freight

• Improper loading

• Hazmat violations

• Fines caused by shipper actions

11. Force Majeure

Carrier is not liable for inability to perform due to natural disasters, government actions, labor disputes, terrorism, or transportation network disruptions.

12. Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by California law.
Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in San Diego County, California.

13. Contact Information

Coast to Coast All Transport, Inc.
Vista, California
Email: manager@ccalltransport.com
Phone: (800) 869-6301