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Sophisticated User Defense

The $50,000 Can Of Paint: What You Need To Know About Shipping "Dangerous Goods" In Compliance With DOT's Hazardous Materials Regulations
Adam B. Cramer 1
In the wake of the 1996 ValuJet disaster over the Florida Everglades, FAA has increased its "dangerous goods" staff by 500%, and specifically targeted persons or companies that offer such goods for commercial shipment. With a $27,500 maximum civil penalty for each violation as well as the specter of criminal liabilities, careful attention to this complex area of federal law is a must for any corporate compliance program.