In today’s markets, goods are transported from one point to another using various methods, and our practice covers all aspects of multi-modal transportation. We specialize in virtually all methods of transportation – road, rail and water – and we understand the complex regulatory framework that divides the provincial and federal governments.

We offer extensive and comprehensive advice on:

Carriage of goods by road

• Federal legislation regulating extra-provincial trucking
• Provincial licensing of carriers
• Powers and procedures of transport authorities
• Duties and responsibilities of shipowners, charter operators and freight forwarders
• Hazardous goods

Carriage of goods by rail

• Contractual arrangements
• Loss, damage or delay
• Accommodation for goods
• Connecting carriers

Carriage of goods by water

• Loading, discharge and storage of goods
• Responsibilities, liabilities, rights and immunities of carrier
• Tariffs, rates and freight

Carriage of passengers

• Personal Injuries
• Baggage issues
• Carrier’s liability