What to do if I signed a quote for a shipment from Panama to Miami for $6000 but when it arrived they had invoiced me for $13,000?
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What to do if I signed a quote for a shipment from Panama to Miami for $6000 but when it arrived they had invoiced me for $13,000?
The quote included everything that was going in the shipment, my truck, trailer and household goods. They claimed everything would not fit in one container and that was the reason for the increase. I sent everything there in one 40′ container – I believe they are taking advantage of me. The shipment has now cleared customs in Miami and the receiving shipping company won’t release it to me because the shipper in Panama is owed money. I offered to make payments but they refused to accept. I am retired and on a fixed income and do not have any way to raise $13,000. Everything I own is on that shipment.
Asked on April 20, 2013 under Business Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
There re two types of quotes: binding and non binding. One would have to see the paperwork you have in your possession. Many things can vary as to the shipment estimate like the weight of the cargo container. If the weight was estimated to be one tonnage and the actual weight is heavier then you can have a discrepancy. I would go and find a legal services agency that can help you here. And possibly contact the State attorney general for help. Good luck.
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