Common Carriers

Question 1

Who is a common carrier? What are they considered?

Answer 1

A common carrier is one who undertakes for hire to transport persons or goods from place to place.

A common carrier is considered an insurer of the
goods given by the shipper.

Question 2

What are the three requirements to be a common carrier?

Answer 2

1. there must be a holding out to perform the service to all who apply.
2. the carriage must be for hire
3. the service must be for carriage

Question 3

What is a common carrier liable for? Are there any exceptions?

Answer 3

A common carrier is considered an insurer of the
goods given by the shipper and is liable for any damage or loss, with some exceptions.

1. Where the goods are damaged or destroyed by an act of nature
2. Where the goods are damaged or destroyed by faulty packaging by the shipper
3. Where the goods are damaged or destroyed because the goods are parishable and nature took its course.