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Are the rates and fees charged by a common carrier subject to regulations?
The Interstate Commerce Act regulates the rates and fees charged by a common carrier. Generally, a public transportation service is required to publish its fee schedules to be charged for ...
Who regulates buses, ferries, trains and planes?
Pursuant to the Interstate Commerce Act, the Federal Government regulates common carriers that transport passengers or cargo across state lines. While federal rules are controlling, each individual state generally regulates ...
If I am injured as a result of a bus, train, ferry, or airplane accident, or while a passenger on any one of these services, is the transportation service liable?
In most situations, state law will determine whether or not a common carrier is liable (legally responsible) for personal injuries because federal laws and regulations generally do not cover carrier ...
Are common carriers, such as buses, trains and airplanes, required to accommodate passengers with disabilities?
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) states that no individual with a disability is to be denied the opportunity to use the public transportation system. Additionally, where necessary ...
If my baggage is lost or damaged by a common carrier, can I recover my losses?
A common carrier is generally liable for any loss, damage, or injury to property being transported by the carrier. It is now a general rule that a common carrier cannot ...
What regulations apply if I travel internationally by airplane?
As to international transportation, by Presidential Proclamation, the United States adheres to the "Warsaw Convention" which provides that an air carrier's liability for a negligent act causing personal injury to ...
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