Bill of Lading and its shipping documents

Author: Yang Liangyi
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: Legal and practical aspects of the Bill of Lading, which is the most important legal and practical in international trade and shipping. Originating from the "invention" of European merchants, the Bill of Lading has, through centuries of practice, customs, and improvements, become the cornerstone of international trade and shipping. This book provides detailed discussions on various issues involved in multiple aspects such as document of title, transport contract, the formation and analysis/discussion of relevant terms and conditions of the transport contract, liability for cargo damage and shortage under the transport contract, cargo receipt, and more.