cargo liability
[ˈkɑːrɡoʊ laɪˈæbɪləti]
nounpl: cargo liabilities
responsabilidade pela carga
1. Legal responsibility for damage, loss, or destruction of goods during transportation or shipment
The shipping company's cargo liability was limited to $50,000 per shipment under the contract terms.
A responsabilidade pela carga da companhia de navegação estava limitada a $50.000 por remessa conforme os termos do contrato.
2. Insurance coverage that protects carriers against claims for damage or loss of cargo
We purchased comprehensive cargo liability insurance before exporting the merchandise.
Adquirimos um seguro abrangente de responsabilidade pela carga antes de exportar a mercadoria.
3. The extent to which a carrier is financially responsible for cargo entrusted to their care
The cargo liability of international carriers is regulated by international maritime conventions.
A responsabilidade pela carga de transportadores internacionais é regulada por convenções marítimas internacionais.
Cargo liability is a critical concept in international trade and maritime law, particularly important in Brazil's export-heavy economy. Understanding cargo liability terms is essential for Brazilian exporters, importers, and logistics companies engaged in cross-border commerce. The concept is governed by international conventions such as the Hague-Visby Rules and varies significantly across different transportation modes (maritime, air, road, rail).
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