Transportation
KARA Law Firm provides comprehensive and high-quality legal consultancy services in all legal processes related to land and maritime transportation. It stands out with its effective and solution-oriented approach in matters such as transportation contracts, compensation for damages occurring during transportation, insurance relations, administrative and criminal liabilities, and compliance with international regulations.
A. Maritime Trade and Shipping
International maritime transportation involves multi-dimensional legal issues such as contractual relationships, property regimes, environmental liability, and insurance. KARA Law Firm provides comprehensive support through its experts who are well-versed in the legal dynamics of the maritime sector.
Some of the services it offers in this area:
- Shipbuilding, Sale, and Lease Agreements: Drafting, interpretation, and dispute resolution of all ship-related contracts
- Freight, Charter, and MOA Documents: Preparation of essential contracts for commercial maritime transportation
- Maritime Accidents: Liability analysis in cases of collision, general average, environmental damage, and salvage operations
- Cargo Damage: Pursuit of compensation and insurance claims for damaged or lost cargo
- Marine Insurance: Policy drafting, coverage analysis, and claims settlement
- Ship Mortgage and Ownership: Legal procedures related to registration and transfer
- Maritime Labor Law: Employment contracts and disputes related to seafarers and maritime personnel
- International Maritime Regulations: Compliance consultancy for IMO, MARPOL, and other regulatory frameworks
B. Road Transportation
Road transportation is one of the most active sectors in commercial logistics. Both domestic and international transportation are subject to various regulations, particularly the CMR Convention. KARA Law Firm offers a technical and strategic approach to prevent and resolve disputes in this area.
Some of the services it offers in this area:
- Transportation Contracts: Drafting transportation agreements in compliance with road transport regulations and providing legal consultancy
- Traffic Accidents and Liabilities: Representing injured parties, negotiating with insurance companies, and managing criminal and compensation proceedings
- Cargo Loss or Damage: Pursuit of rights arising under national law and the CMR regime
- Insurance and Compensation Processes: Drafting policies, following up on claims, and conducting negotiations
- Compliance with International Regulations: Advising on customs procedures, border crossings, and compliance with foreign transport regulations
- Administrative and Criminal Procedures: Objecting to transportation penalties, handling license cancellation lawsuits, and providing defense within the scope of criminal law