We ensured a logistics client’s interests were protected in a dispute over a six-figure debt
Successfully advised and represented our client!
Our extensive legal experience in the logistics sector proved crucial in resolving a complex dispute, resulting in the protection of our client’s interests at both first and appellate instance levels.
The claimant had filed a lawsuit for an unpaid six-figure debt arising from repeated international carriage (freight forwarding services), alleging that our client was liable for payment of those services.
During the proceedings, it became evident that at least four foreign companies and individuals were also involved in the shipments on various grounds.
From the outset, we consistently challenged the DPS invoices issued, arguing that our client had not ordered the claimant’s services and was therefore not the proper defendant in this case. Courts at both instances confirmed our client’s position, legal arguments, and fully dismissed the claim.
This case illustrates a fundamental aspect of business transactions and a key litigation principle: even in complex situations, it is essential to clearly identify the current legal relationship and correctly determine the defendant before filing a claim. Otherwise, recovery of debt or satisfaction of other demands will not be possible.
The Prevence team provides legal consultation to logistics sector members, ranging from the drafting of local and international carriage contracts, management of cargo damage, loss or delay disputes, regulatory matters, and effective representation in contentious proceedings.
