Maritime Law Basics and Insurance
About Course
This course provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to the legal principles governing maritime activity and the insurance mechanisms that protect maritime stakeholders. Focusing on legal liability, contracts, claims, and risk mitigation, the course bridges theory and practice with real-world case studies, guiding learners through legal scenarios and coverage types relevant to global shipping operations.
Descriptive Points
- Understand the sources and principles of maritime law
- Learn how contracts and claims operate in a maritime context
- Examine key conventions such as Hague-Visby Rules and COGSA
- Explore marine insurance types: hull, cargo, and P&I
- Study real-life claims and dispute resolution mechanisms
What Will You Learn?
- The structure and function of maritime legal systems
- How to identify and manage liability in maritime contracts
- Principles behind marine insurance and its role in risk reduction
- How disputes are resolved and claims are handled
Course Content
Shipping Management (Intermediate Level)
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