Odger's Work on General Average

Odger's work on General Average pertains to a principle in maritime law where all parties involved in a sea voyage share the loss caused by voluntarily sacrificing part of the ship’s or cargo’s value to save the whole. For instance, if a ship throws cargo overboard to avoid sinking, the cost of that lost cargo is shared by all cargo owners. Odger emphasized the legal implications and principles behind calculating contributions, ensuring fairness among stakeholders during unforeseen circumstances, and fostering cooperation in maritime commerce. His insights helped clarify the processes and responsibilities involved in such collective risk-sharing.