What documentation is needed to file a freight claim?
A FBI Inc. freight claim presentation should be a simple demand in writing outlining the basis of the claim and identifying the shipment in question. An adequately and properly supported claim will consist of the following: 1) the claim statement or freight claim invoice setting out the basis and reason for the claim. 2) the original bill of lading. 3) the paid freight bill. 4) the original commercial invoice ( supplier’s invoice ) establishing the value of the goods. 5) copies of any inspection report(s) ( carrier’s, custom’s and/or consignee’s ). 6) copy of delivery receipts, depicting ” bad order * ” signatures, where available. (*) When shipment is received damaged, delivery receipt must be clearly signed noting damage. Signing ” subject to inspection ” or ” subject to count ” is considered a clear receipt. Goods must be inspected and counted at time of delivery, and any discrepancies noted. 7) in the event of a claim for repairs, a detailed explanation of the repair costs showing
