Cargo Transportation Litigation

In most cases, the transportation of cargo by air does not result in its loss or damage. In some cases, cargo simply disappears after leaving the shipper's premises, never to be seen again, and items may arrive damaged or destroyed.

Adler Murphy & McQuillen LLP routinely represents cargo carriers and freight forwarders when they are confronted with claims of loss or damage. Our attorneys have expertise in enforcing waybill defenses and limiting damages. Additionally, our attorneys have also represented cargo carriers in cases where their operations have been alleged to cause death or serious injury. 

Experience

• Disappearance of Laptop Computers During Air Transport

  Obtained summary judgment for a cargo carrier in litigation arising out of the alleged disappearance of over $500,000 in laptop computers. Successfully defended appeal.

• Cargo Carrier Shipment Loss

  Obtained summary judgment on behalf of air cargo carrier arising out of loss of cellular phone shipment based upon air waybill damage limitations.

• Damage of Pharmaceuticals During Air Transport

  Obtained dismissal of property damage claims for alleged damage to pharmaceuticals during air transport between India and Chicago based upon the Warsaw Convention.