Transportation & Logistics Law

Kramer International Law offers guidance on legal issues faced by transportation companies, logistics providers, and their clients. We possess knowledge and experience in supporting the evolving and dynamic fields of transportation and business logistics.

As the economic and legal challenges faced by the transportation and logistics industries have evolved, so too has their need for diverse legal services. Kramer International Law provides businesses and trade associations in the transportation and logistics industries with the services they need to meet their business and legal challenges. We recognize the specialized nature of the transportation and logistics industries, both domestic and international.

Whether by land, air, or sea, businesses involved in transportation and logistics need assistance to meet the demands of delivering commercial goods in a timely and cost-effective manner. We support a diverse range of clients on domestic and international issues, with significant impacts on bottom lines and customer satisfaction.

We provide legal services to carriers, shippers, cargo owners, freight forwarders, brokers and logistics companies, particularly in the following areas:

• Preparing and reviewing transportation contracts, logistics agreements, equipment leases, independent contractor agreements, shipping documents, rate tariffs, and carrier interchange agreements.

• Representing carriers and shippers in disputes concerning federal, state/provincial, and international transportation laws.

• Assisting carriers with regulatory enforcement actions and transportation tax disputes.

• Acting for national, regional, and local carriers in collective bargaining, drafting policies and procedures, and other labour relations issues.

• Representing carriers in the purchase, sale, or leasing of terminal facilities, including any associated environmental matters.

• Preparing and reviewing benefit plans to comply with legislative requirements.

• Assessing multi-employer pension plans and withdrawal liability concerns.

Examples of matters we handle include:

• Brokers and brokering

• Cargo claims

• Collective bargaining negotiations

• Consultation and development of drug and alcohol substance abuse policies, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation.

• Contracts (including leases, equipment, acquisitions, and service providers).

• Cross-border issues.

• Customs and duties.

• Development of personnel plans tailored to the transportation and logistics industry’s specific needs.

• Environmental concerns in shipping and transportation.

• Foreign drivers and vehicles.

• Incidents involving hazardous materials and spills.

• Labor and employment disputes.

• Overweight vehicles.

• Regulatory issues.

• Safety investigations and compliance.

At Kramer International Law, we assist domestic and international transportation and logistics clients in navigating complex regulations and cross-border issues with a view to safeguarding operations and promoting growth.

Please book an appointment with us to learn more.