The transportation team at Thompson Hine LLP advises on the full gamut of regulation and litigation matters in the rail and automotive space. In particular, the group excels in hazardous material transportation and common carrier obligations- frequently acting on matters involving the Surface Transportation Board. Leading the group, Karyn Booth is the first port of call for trade associations, transportation intermediaries, and private fleet brokers for matters involving safety regulations, hazardous material compliance, and cross-border trucking agreements. For contract negotiation, property issues, and wider regulatory compliance, David Benz is a key contact. Sandra Brown advises a range of clients on the movement of hazardous materials by rail and excels in crisis management plans caused by derailments. Litigation matters are well handled by Jeffrey Moreno, who also undertakes a range of work in rail line transactions and rate regulation matters. The team is based in Washington DC.
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Key clients
- American Chemistry Council
- American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers
- Costco Wholesale Corporation
- Fertilizer Institute, The
- National Industrial Transportation League, The
- Port of Moses Lake
- Toyota Tsusho America, Inc.
Work highlights
Representing Southern Company, Ameren Corporation, and NiSource, Inc. in an antitrust claim under the federal Sherman Act against the four largest railroads regarding fuel surcharges.
Advising multiple trade associations and companies regarding the largest proposed rail merger in the history of the United States. Clients include National Industrial Transportation League, Alliance for Chemical Distribution, Recycled Materials Association, American Chemistry Council and individual shippers.
Representing Stonepeak Partners in conducting regulatory due diligence for the acquisition of a motor carrier
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Karyn Booth
Other key lawyers
David Benz
Sandra Brown
Jeffrey Moreno
NewJason Tutrone
NewChristie Iannetta