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Jul 21, 2008 maritime law collision at sea common carrier damages torts vector shipping

Shared Maritime Tragedy Determining Liability In Collision At Sea

The MV Doña Paz and MT Vector collision case clarifies liability rules for common carriers and vessel owners in Philippine maritime law.

Sep 30, 1999 maritime law voyage charter charter party common carrier collision liability caltex v sulpicio

Voyage Charterer Liability in Maritime Collisions: Philippine Law Explained

When is a voyage charterer liable for a vessel collision? The Caltex v. Sulpicio Lines ruling clarifies charterer duties under Philippine maritime law.

Apr 20, 1999 rear-end collision negligence proximate cause personal injury traffic law philippines

Rear-End Collision Liability in the Philippines: Negligence and Proximate Cause

Philippine courts presume the rear driver at fault in rear-end collisions. Learn the rules on negligence and proximate cause from Raynera v. Hiceta.