Buch, Englisch, 192 Seiten, GB, Format (B × H): 159 mm x 255 mm, Gewicht: 417 g
A Study of U.S. Law, Chinese Law and International Conventions
Buch, Englisch, 192 Seiten, GB, Format (B × H): 159 mm x 255 mm, Gewicht: 417 g
ISBN: 978-90-411-1598-0
Verlag: Wolters Kluwer
Limitation of liability for maritime claims is an important system for the shipping industry. The original rationale for such a system was to encourage the shipping enterprise. However, in our today's much changed world, the system has been under severe attack and has been described as `hopelessly anachronistic'. Yet, the debate over repeal or retention of the system is far from settled.
This book compares various limitation laws in operation under different legal regimes. In particular, it analytically scrutinizes the limitation systems under U.S. law, Chinese law and international conventions. It explores the possibility of international uniformity of maritime limitation law and points out that complete uniformity will not be achieved unless the United States joins the international community. It concludes that although there is a need for reform of the system, limitation of liability for maritime claims is here to stay.
This book also thoroughly examines the limitation system under the Chinese legal regime through comparison with U.S. law and in the context of international conventions. Both practitioners and academic scholars will find this book helpful in understanding Chinese law in general and Chinese maritime limitation of liability in particular.
Zielgruppe
Research
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
Introduction.
1. Persons and Vessels Entitled to Limitation of Liability.
2. Claims Subject to Limitation of Liability.
3. Conduct Barring Limitation of Liability.
4. Limitation Fund.
5. Limitation Proceedings.
6. Choice of Law in Limitation Actions.
7. Limitation of Liability for Claims Arising Out of Marine Oil Pollution Damage. Conclusion.
Bibliography.
Statutes Cited.
Cases Cited.
