Standard Form for Presentation of Loss & Damage Claims 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the Claimant’s Number and the Name of the person to whom the claim is presented at the top of the form.
  3. Fill in your Name & Address as the Claimant, along with the Name of the carrier and its Address.
  4. Specify the Date and Carrier’s Number. Then, indicate the Amount of claim you are making against the carrier.
  5. Provide a detailed description of loss or damage related to your shipment(s) in the designated section.
  6. Complete all fields regarding Shipment Description, including Consignor's details, shipping locations, and Bill of Lading information.
  7. Detail how you determined the Total Amount Claimed by listing articles, nature and extent of loss or damage, and invoice prices.
  8. Attach supporting documents as indicated on the form and check each item that applies. Use 'Remarks' for any explanations needed.
  9. Finally, certify your statement by signing at the bottom as Claimant.

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Freight claim can be defined as a legal demand by the consignee or a shipper to a carrier for financial reimbursements. This happens if the shipment has been lost or damaged. Freight claim is also knowns as cargo claims, transportation claims or shipping claims.
6 Steps Freight Claim Process Freight is Damaged or Lost. Time really works against the shipper here. Shipper Notates Bill of Lading. All visible and concealed damage or loss should be documented. Consignee Contacts PLS. Inspection Request. Carrier Schedules or Waives Inspection. Claim Handling.
File a proof of loss if requested When you file your claim, your insurance company will ask you to complete a proof of loss form. This form lists all damaged or lost property or items with the value or cost of the damage or loss. You must sign and swear the statements you make are true.

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The law regarding the loss or damage of goods by a carrier is known as the Carmack Amendment and requires the claim request to be filed within nine months. Freight claims are generally filed by, or on behalf of the shipper.
Whoever owns the freight while in transit has the responsibility for filing claims for loss and damage.
Typically, there are four common types of freight claims that you will encounter in the industry. Damage, loss, shortage, and concealed damage or shortage are the common claims that can occur in logistics.

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