Transport, Forwarding & Logistics, and Insurance
Transport, forwarding and logistics law regulates the transport, distribution, and storage of goods by land, air, or on the high seas and inland waters. It is regulated by European and international laws as well as international agreements (e.g. maritime trade law, the Hague Rules, the Hague-Visby Rules CMR, CIM or CMNI), national standards (e.g. the German Commercial Code (HGB)) as well as additional sets of conditions (e.g. the German Freight Forwarders’ Standard Terms and Conditions (ADSp) or Logistics GTC, as published by the German Association for Forwarding and Logistics (DSLV)). The proper handling of imports and exports under customs and tax law, and in particular VAT law, involves particular risks. Traffic liability insurance and transport insurance have special features compared to other insurances and are of utmost importance in the drafting of transport- and logistics-related contracts as well as in the settlement of claims.
Our Expertise and Services in the Area of Transport Law
- The provision of advice and representation to companies in the transport industry as well as parties involved in the logistics sector, e.g., logistics and transport companies, forwarders, insurance companies, and insurance brokers.
- The drafting of tailor-made contracts and general terms and conditions as well as insurance policies for the businesses operated by our clients
- The examination of contracts for compliance with insurance requirements, in particular goods as well as transport or traffic liability insurance
- Enforcement and defence of claims in cases of damage and recourse claims against the other parties involved in the transport and warehousing chain
- Enforcement and defence of claims in cases of damage against insurance companies
- Representation in court and arbitration proceedings; also active as party- and institution-appointed arbitrators
Our Lawyers Specializing in Transport Law
Certified Specialist in Commercial & Company Law
Certified Specialist in Transport & Forwarding Law | Certified Specialist in Employment Law