Delaware § 4904 - Liability for transportation damages.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 4904 — Liability for transportation damages., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4904. Liability for transportation damages.
(a) Notwithstanding the terms, provisions or conditions of any agreement or franchise, the manufacturer is liable for all damages to motor vehicles before delivery to a carrier or transporter.
(b) If a new motor vehicle dealer determines the method of transportation, the risk of loss passes to the dealer upon delivery of the vehicle to the carrier.
(c) In every other instance, the risk of loss remains with the manufacturer until such time as the new motor vehicle dealer or a designee accepts the vehicle from the carrier.
64 Del. Laws, c. 27, § 1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 2;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 4904
What does Delaware Code § 4904 cover?
Section 4904 ("Liability for transportation damages.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Delaware § 4904?
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Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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