Warsaw Rules

Overview

The warsaw rules, also known as the Warsaw Convention, is an international agreement that governs the liability of airlines and carriers in the air and sea freight industry. It was established to regulate the legal responsibilities of carriers for international transportation of passengers, baggage, and cargo. The convention sets liability limits for carriers in case of accidents, loss, damage, or delays during transportation.

For air freight, the Warsaw Convention sets a specific liability limit per kilogram of cargo transported. In the case of sea freight, similar principles apply, but the convention may vary depending on the applicable international maritime regulations. Overall, the warsaw rules aims to provide a framework for carriers and shippers, ensuring fair and standardized liability provisions in the air and sea freight industry on a global scale.

Claim Rules - Warsaw Convention

warsaw rules brings order and predictability to international freight transportation, benefiting both carriers and shippers by providing clear guidelines for handling claims and complaints.

12.1

The Person Entitled To Delivery Must Make A Complaint To The Carrier In Writing In The Case:

12.1.1

Of Visible Damage To The Goods, Immediately After Discovery Of The Damage And At The Latest Within 14 Days From Receipt Of The Goods.

12.1.2

Of Other Damage To The Goods, Within 14 Days From The Date Of Receipt Of The Goods.

12.1.3

Of Delay, Within 21 Days Of The Date The Goods Are Placed At His Disposal, And

12.1.4

Of Non-delivery Of The Goods, Within 120 Days From The Date Of The Issue Of The Awb

12.2

Any Rights To Damages Against Carrier Shall Be Extinguished Unless An Action Is Brought Within 2 Years From The Date Of Arrival At The Destination, Or From The Date The Aircraft Ought To Have Arrived, Or From The Date On Which The Transportation Stopped.

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