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Feb 27, 2013cargo shortagearrastre operatorburden of proofbill of ladingcommon carriercommercial law
Burden of Proof in Cargo Shortage Claims: When Arrastre Operators Escape Liability
Explaining the Supreme Court ruling on cargo shortage claims, the burden of proof, and when arrastre operators may avoid liability.