In this chapter:
(1) “Connecting carrier” means:
(A) an initial carrier; or
(B) each other common carrier that receives freight from another common carrier and recognizes or acts on a contract to transport the freight between points in this state.
(2) “Freight” includes baggage and other property transported by a common carrier.
(3) “Initial carrier” means a common carrier that contracts with a shipper of freight for delivery and initially transports the freight.
(4) “Shipper” includes the owner or the consignee of the freight and the owner’s or consignee’s agent.