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declared valuation


The shipper's indication of the value declared for the possessions being shipped, thereby establishing the carrier's maximum liability for loss or damage to the shipment. If no value is decl [..]
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accessorial services


Services such as packing, appliance servicing, unpacking, or piano stair carries that you request to be performed (or that are necessary because of landlord requirements or other special circumstances [..]
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advanced charges


Charges for services performed by someone other than the mover. A professional, craftsman, or other third party may perform these services at your request. The mover pays for these services and adds t [..]
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agent


A local moving company authorized to act on behalf of a larger, national company.
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appliance service by third party


The preparation of major electrical appliances to make them safe for shipment. Charges for these services may be in addition to the line haul charges.
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auxiliary service


If the assigned over-the-road van is unable to make a normal pickup/delivery because of physical constraints and a second, smaller, vehicle is needed, this is considered Auxiliary Service (a shuttle). [..]
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bill of lading


The receipt for your goods and the contract for their transportation. NOTE: It is your responsibility to understand the bill of lading before you sign it. If you do not agree with something on the bil [..]
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booking agent


The agent who accepts the order for your move. The booking agent may or may not be your origin or destination agent.
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broker


A person who, for compensation, arranges or offers to arrange, the transportation of cargo by an authorized carrier. A broker does not provide the actual truck transportation. A broker does not assume [..]
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