Cook Illinois Request for Delivery of Goods in Absence of Bill of Lading; Offer of Bond

• Category: Contracts - Bonds
• State: Multi-State
• County: Cook
• Control #: US-02567BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

A bailment is created when personal property is delivered (without title) under an agreement that the property be returned to the bailor or otherwise disposed of according to its owner???s directions. Bailments involving tangible items (jewelry, cattle, automobiles, etc.) are more frequent than bailments of intangible personal property (promissory notes, shares of stock, etc.).

A bill of lading is a special kind of bailment. Any commercial transaction may involve a shipment or storage of goods covered by a bill of lading, a warehouse receipt, or a delivery order. These documents of title are subject to Article 7 of the UCC. To be a document of title, a document ???must purport to be issued by or addressed to a bailee and purport to cover goods in the bailee???s possession which are either identified or are fungible portions of an identified mass??? [UCC 7???102(1)(e)].

Cook Illinois is a transportation company that offers various services, including the Request for Delivery of Goods in Absence of Bill of Lading; Offer of Bond. This particular service is designed to facilitate the smooth transportation and delivery of goods even in situations where the bill of lading is not available. When goods are transported, a bill of lading serves as a crucial document that provides a detailed record of the goods being shipped, their origin, destination, and other important information. However, there are instances where the bill of lading may be lost, misplaced, or delayed, causing delays and disruptions in the delivery process. To address such situations, Cook Illinois offers a specialized service that allows customers to request delivery of goods even in the absence of the bill of lading. This service is particularly useful when time is of the essence and waiting for the bill of lading is not a viable option. To ensure the smooth delivery of goods without the bill of lading, Cook Illinois requires customers to provide an offer of bond. This bond acts as a guarantee for the value of the goods being transported and serves as security for the transportation company. Cook Illinois understands the importance of delivering goods on time and strives to provide reliable and efficient services to its customers. The Request for Delivery of Goods in Absence of Bill of Lading; Offer of Bond service is just one of the many solutions offered by Cook Illinois to ensure customer satisfaction and meet their diverse transportation needs. In summary, Cook Illinois offers the Request for Delivery of Goods in Absence of Bill of Lading; Offer of Bond service for customers who require prompt and secure transportation of goods when the bill of lading is not available. By providing an offer of bond, customers can ensure the safe and timely delivery of their goods, even in challenging circumstances.