Lloyd's Law Reports

Professor Robert Merkin KC; Dr Johanna Hjalmarsson

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MINISTRY OF FOOD v. LAMPORT & HOLT LINE, LTD.

[1952] 2 Lloyd's Rep. 371

QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION.

Before Mr. Justice Sellers.

Bill of lading - Damage to cargo (maize in bulk) shipped in lower hold - Contamination by tallow (in casks) shipped in 'tween deck above - Leakage from casks - Bad stowage - Improper or insufficient packing - "Bursting of packages or consequences arising therefrom" - Dangerous cargo - Implied term as between shippers and shipowners - Liability of consignees - Bills of Lading Act, 1855, Sect. 1.

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