A bill of lading is one of the most important documents in international trade. Its legal nature plays a crucial role in determining rights, liabilities, and risk allocation when disputes arise from the carriage of goods by sea.
In our latest WOC Legal Lens article, “Bill of Lading in International Trade and the ‘Contractual Carrier’ Question,” our Associate, Adeola Akinyemi, explores the legal character of the bill of lading and the challenges of identifying the contractual carrier. The article highlights the practical implications of these issues for parties involved in the international carriage of goods by sea and offers valuable insights into this important area of maritime law.
06 Aug 2026