Navigating the Complexities of Transportation Law: Insights from California to International Waters

Jahani Law P.C. has earned recognition within the transportation community for its adept, knowledgeable, and innovative legal services tailored to transportation industry stakeholders, including shippers, receivers, and insurers. We represent clients nationally, across borders, and internationally in matters involving shipping, cargo, property brokerage, freight forwarding, and transportation company insurance.

In the dynamic realm of transportation, legal frameworks play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations and resolving disputes. Whether within California, across other states in the USA, or in international waters, understanding transportation law is indispensable for businesses engaged in intermodal operations.

Venturing beyond domestic borders adds layers of complexity to transportation law, including compliance with the Carmack Amendment. International trade heavily relies on maritime shipping, air cargo, and intermodal logistics, necessitating adherence to numerous international conventions, treaties, and agreements.

In maritime law, conventions such as the Hague-Visby Rules and the Rotterdam Rules establish standards for carrier liability, cargo claims, and contract terms in maritime contracts. These international instruments harmonize legal principles across jurisdictions, facilitating smoother dispute resolution in cross-border transactions.