Transportation Law

San Francisco/San Jose Bay Area, California

Transportation Law Attorneys

Transportation law requires an innovative approach and an ability to pay attention to details. In addition, it requires a great deal of special industry knowledge. The attorneys at Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP have practiced transportation law for more than 25 years. They have a thorough understanding of carrier regulation and compliance issues. If your transportation company faces government censure, contact Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP to speak with a knowledgeable transportation law lawyer.

Who We Represent

This law firm represents surface, freight, passenger carriers, and shippers. Clients include

• Trucking companies
• Motor carriers
• Bus and motor coach operators
• Couriers
• Shuttle companies
• Agents
• Brokers
• Logistics providers
• Transportation brokers
• Warehouse operators
• Shippers agents
• Freight Forwarders

Transportation Regulation

Motor carriers in California are heavily regulated. The state tells carriers how long they can be on the road and the maximum weight of the cargo that they are supposed to carry. Carriers are subject to fees, vehicle inspections, and maintenance record inspections. If the inspectors find that a carrier is not up to code, they notify the carrier. The carrier only has a certain number of days to fix the problem. Sometimes they have to pay a fine and in other cases their entire operation may be suspended by regulatory agencies such as the California Highway Patrol or the United States Department of Transportation.

This firm regularly provides counsel and advice regarding international, federal, and state regulations. They assist carriers in their efforts to avoid censure and remain compliant with the law. They are experienced with the requirements put forth by the Administrative Procedures Act. They have represented clients against the California Highway Patrol, The California Department of Motor Vehicles, the California Public Utilities Commission, the California Department of Industrial Relations, Labor Commission, United States Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, as well as other state and federal agencies.

In addition, Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP provide representation in civil court. They provide counsel to, shippers, motor, bus and other carriers who face personal injury, cargo or freight damage claims under federal, state, international, or maritime law. They also represent them on appeal, if necessary.

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS

As a direct result of having represented numerous entities in the transportation arena over many years, the attorneys at Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP have been involved and represented numerous transportation entities that have been involved in acquisitions and mergers. They have substantial experience in representing transportation entities and owners in complex merger and acquisition transactions, and are versed in the industry specific type issues and considerations that arise in such transactions. They have been involved in large transactions involving "earn out" consideration, consulting agreements, innovative security arrangements, and extensive vehicle transfers. They have also acquired experience in creating Employee Stock Ownership Plans as an alternative to the business sale alternative.

Contact a transportation law attorney for an initial consultation.