Section 5243 Of Article 5.4. Subhauling Agreements From California Public Utilities Code >> Division 2. >> Chapter 7. >> Article 5.4.

. No household goods carrier may transport household goods under a subhauling agreement unless each of the following occurs:
  (a) The subhauler is licensed by the commission to transport household goods and complies with the requirements of this chapter.
  (b) The household goods carrier and subhauler are jointly and severally liable for any loss or damage caused by the subhauler.