Shippers in Chicago experience the financial sting of potential loss when their cargo does not arrive at its final destination or if it arrives damaged. State and federal law find that cargo companies are liable for most losses and they must pay to replace the items at full market value, unless the shipper agreed to a lower value for the load before the loss was sustained. In certain instances, however, carriers may claim that the cargo loss was out of their control in an attempt to reduce or … [Read more...]
Mistakes to Avoid in Estate Planning
Failing to plan, failing to update the estate plan, failing to coordinate beneficiaries, forgetting to plan for disability and long-term… READ MORE