ABSTRACT

An account of the underlying law and the practical rules which govern the adjustment of rights and liabilities between parties to a maritime adventure when extraordinary measures have been incurred for the benefit of the common adventure. The third edition incorporates international case law developments to bring the text up to date and analyses the revision of the basic practical rules underlying general average adjustment internationally. It is essential for all those involved with maritime affairs to understand the implications of these new rules and how they fit with existing law and practice.

chapter 1|14 pages

The Nature of General Average 1

chapter 2|35 pages

The Conditions for General Average

chapter 3|29 pages

Qualifying Losses

chapter 4|14 pages

Exceptions to Liability to Contribute

chapter 5|19 pages

Effects of a General Average Act

chapter 6|23 pages

Adjustment

chapter 7|18 pages

Insurance Contracts