69-11-424. Examination of shipment. - Montana Statutes

     69-11-424. Examination of shipment. (1) Within 15 days after delivery, the consignee shall ask for an inspection of any damaged shipment, and the carrier shall make an inspection within 5 working days after being asked.
     (2) The consignee must be given the opportunity to examine the condition of the package in which the goods are shipped prior to signing the delivery receipt.
     (3) The consignee may detain the driver at the consignee's expense, not to exceed a minimum charge to be fixed by the commission, while the consignee examines the shipment for possible concealed damage. During the examination, the freight bill may still be noted as to the extent of the damage or loss, if any. If examination discloses damage, the examination charge may be included in the consignee's claim for damage in proportion to the amount of the claim.

     History: En. 8-812.1 by Sec. 1, Ch. 168, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 8-812.1(part); amd. Sec. 2025, Ch. 56, L. 2009.