Ocean Marine and Cargo Coverage
At Barnes & Thornburg, we recognize that ocean marine and cargo insurance policies provide an invaluable asset for many industries. The coverage helps address claims ranging from supply chain issues through damage to ships and other vessels to unexpected disasters while products are in transit to insuring against third-party dishonest acts.
Given the special rules governing these policies and the wide array of cargo-related coverages on the market, a policyholder may face numerous challenges in successfully bringing a claim. Barnes & Thornburg attorneys have experience assisting policyholders at every stage of the claims handling and litigation process. This includes notable litigation wins and strategic counseling that has resulted in coverage under various forms of ocean marine and cargo insurance policies. We have experience in obtaining coverage under ocean marine policies with Liner Negligence Clauses, Inchmaree Clauses, and other coverages.
Our attorneys have significant experience in helping clients obtain millions of dollars of insurance coverage for losses related to cargo and supply chain losses.
Using our industry knowledge and experience, our attorneys can help you navigate key issues related to ocean marine coverage, including but not limited to force majeure issues, lost cargo, employee dishonesty issues, damage to ships and other marine vessels, and more.