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What should I pay attention to in a carriage contract?

Liability limits, the insurance obligation, delivery conditions, penalties for delay, the applicable law and the competent court are the critical clauses of a carriage contract. Standard pre-printed contracts are often in the carrier's favour. We review and negotiate the contract in a way that protects your position.

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Liability limits, the insurance obligation, delivery conditions, penalties for delay, the applicable law and the competent court are the critical clauses of a carriage contract. Standard pre-printed contracts are often in the carrier's favour. We review and negotiate the contract in a way that protects your position.

Liability limits, the insurance obligation, delivery conditions, penalties for delay, the applicable law and the competent court are the critical clauses of a carriage contract. Standard pre-printed contracts are often in the carrier’s favour. We review and negotiate the contract in a way that protects your position.

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