Martin v. North American Van Lines, Inc.

Blackburn, Judge.

Herbert L. Martin, Jr. sued North American Van Lines, Inc. (North American), Glaze Moving & Storage Company (Glaze), and Lynco, Inc. d/b/a Central Maine Moving & Storage (Lynco) for breach of contract, fraud, and intentional infliction of emotional distress in connection with the move of his household goods. Arguing that Martin’s claims were preempted by the Carmack Amendment, 49 USC § 14706 (formerly 49 USC § 11707), the defendants moved for summary judgment. The trial court granted the motion, and Martin appeals.

Martin executed a service agreement with Lynco, an agent of…