Marine Insurance Law

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Marine Insurance Law introduces and clearly explains all topics covered in courses at LLM level, offering students and those new to the area a comprehensive and accessible overview and way into this important topic in maritime law. Beginning by introducing the general principles of the subject and structure and formation of insurance contracts, the book goes on to look at individual considerations in detail, including: brokers, losses, risks and perils, sue and labour, general average and salvage charges, third party rights, reinsurance, and mutual insurance/P&I clubs. This second edition includes the substantial changes introduced by the Insurance Act 2015, and a new Appendix containing relevant legislation and example clauses from marine insurance contracts.