Can a lien be placed on a foreign-flagged vessel in Türkiye?
In maritime trade, ships, a "high-value and mobile" asset, are at the heart of credit and financing relationships. Therefore, the creditor needs collateral to secure their debt... Read More
Rights of the Creditor in a Ship Mortgage Case
In maritime liens, the rights of the creditor encompass not only the securing of the debt in maritime trade, but also the legal mechanisms that ensure this security is actually converted into collection. Because the ship,... Read More
Scope of Ship Mortgage
In maritime trade, financing relationships are often based on a "high value-high risk" balance. From the lender's perspective, the ship is not just an asset in itself; its operational capability,... Read More
Objections to the Expert's Decision and a New Expert Appraisal: Procedural, Cost, and Evidence Discrimination
Appealing Against the Expert and Obtaining a New Expertise: Procedure, Costs, and Freedom of Evidence Introduction In insurance law, damage assessment is the most critical factor directly affecting the amount of compensation... Read More
Non-payment of Policy Premiums: Default, Suspension, and Cancellation
Non-Payment of Policy Premiums: Default, Suspension and Cancellation 1) Starting point: When does liability begin? The rule is simple: Unless otherwise agreed, the insurer's liability begins... Read More
Insurance Brokers' Liability: Misinformation and Indemnification
Insurance Brokers' Liability: Misinformation and Indemnification Introduction In the practice of insurance law, insurance brokers play a significant role in the establishment and maintenance of insurance contracts... Read More
Legal Steps to Follow in a Yacht Fire
I. Introduction Yachts are not only luxury consumer goods, but also high-cost and technically complex marine vessels. For this reason, a yacht... Read More
Coverage of Risk in Cargo Insurance: The Impact of Carrier's Fault on Insurance
Introduction Maritime transportation is conducted within the framework of various rules and contracts that regulate the legal relationships between cargo owners, carriers, and insurance companies. Cargo insurance covers maritime... Read More