General Average: Principles and Practice in the United States of America (1913)

General Average: Principles And Practice In The United States Of America is a book written by Ernest Wilfred Congdon in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practice of general average in the United States of America. It covers various aspects of general average, including its historical development, legal framework, and practical application in the shipping industry. The book also discusses the role of the average adjuster and the procedures involved in the adjustment of general average claims. It provides a detailed analysis of the various types of general average, such as jettison, sacrifice, and expenditure, and their implications for shipowners, cargo owners, and insurers. The book is a valuable resource for lawyers, insurers, shipowners, and anyone involved in the shipping industry who needs to understand the complexities of general average.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.