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RULES RELATED TO BILL OF LADING IN COGSA 1925

 Rules relating to bill of lading: -  Here I am going to describe some of the rules related with bill of lading in the COGSA ( Carriage of goods by sea act) . Article 2:- Risks     In simple terms, the carrier will be responsible and liable for the loading, stowage, carriage, custody, care and discharge of goods in every contract of carriage of goods by sea. Also the carrier will be entitled to the rights and immunities regarding any mishappening during the carriage. Article 3 :- Responsibilities and liabilities      The carrier will have to   a) make ship seaworthy  b) Properly man, equip and supply the ship and c) Make the holds or other cargo spaces fit and safe for reception, carriage and preservation of goods. Carrier shall properly and carefully load, handle, stow, carry, keep, care for and discharge the goods carried. After receiving the the goods into his charge the carrier or the master or agent of carrier shall on de...