Courts-Maritime

Courts-Maritime, also known as admiralty courts, are specialized legal bodies that handle cases related to shipping and maritime activities. These courts address matters such as shipping contracts, marine insurance, injuries at sea, and maritime commerce. They operate under admiralty law, which governs maritime questions and offenses. Unlike general courts, Courts-Maritime focus specifically on issues that occur on navigable waters, balancing the interests of shipping companies, crew members, and cargo owners to ensure fair adjudication of maritime disputes.