Adventures in lumping

VisionLogistics · Jan 12, 2013

If they said "OK, We'll give you a deal for $150" and then damaged the freight, your cargo claim deductible will probably be more. Lumpers make me nervous sometimes.

EZX1100 · Jan 12, 2013

windsmith said: ↑

Agreed. I submit a professional invoice with my name, address and phone number along with an itemized breakdown of the work performed and the charges.

I've been doing a bit of research, and Federal law states that the shipper or receiver MUST reimburse the driver for ALL costs involved with unloading. OOIDA lost their bid for driver compensation in a court case because they didn't prove that the drivers weren't reimbursed even though they were coerced into using lumper services.

In a case where the path of least resistance is to use the lumpers, and the broker does not 'advance' lumper costs via comchek or t-check, then I will be sure to bill them for dropping my trailer and making a round trip to the ATM to get cash for the lumper fee. I will also add a charge for providing them with a cash advance, as well as interest charges and service fees.

Extending credit for delivery charges is one thing; coming out of pocket for unloading fees is quite another and shouldn't be a service that is offered gratis, in my opinion.
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i wish more drivers stood up to the many inconsistencies and downright bullying policies that we face everyday. With wisdom and a positive attitude with a conviction of right

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