Ahoy there, I’m a proud Scotsman living in the USA, running a small family company that deals with water transport and ship repairs. In my journey as a husband, father, and business owner, I’ve had my fair share of legal troubles with cargo claims and competitors who don’t always play by the rules. Allow me […]
Author: James Wilson
Navigating the Waters of Cargo Claims: A Seafarer’s Guide to Avoiding Lawsuits
In the realm of maritime business, my name is James, and I am no stranger to the turbulent waters of legal battles. Hailing from Scotland and now residing in the United States, I’ve spent years steering my small family company through the unpredictable tides of the shipping industry. We own an array of vessels, from […]
Introduction to Bill of Lading and Cargo Claims
Listen. The bill of lading is a contract. It’s the most important piece of paper in your shipping transaction. Carriers know this. They write it. They control it. And they pack it full of clauses designed to shift liability away from them and onto you. I’ve signed thousands of bills of lading. I’ve learned the […]