(TMCM) provides claims, casualty and risk management solutions. TMCM can offer claims handling resource dedicated to marine, transport & logistics sectors. TMCM could support a strategy to reduce premium through increased deductibles, by providing efficient claims handling services for below deductible claims.
Fits seamlessly into retained layer, reporting to client and all Clubs as required
Competent to settle matters within delegated authority
Offers per-file, per-hour, bulk and tailored fees to suit volume/complexity
Can work in own name or as “white label” service using client systems
Can hold, disburse and manage client funds, reporting as required
Thomas Miller Law
TM Law is a full-service marine and transport firm, offering ship owners, charterers, logistics operators and insurers a wealth of proven expertise, with a modern, efficient cost model.
All P&I, FD&D, H&M and non-contentious marine work
Entirely independent but can align services to Club and Member needs
Can also be integrated into TMCM claims service and fee structure under delegated authority
Hold preparation is probably the most vital part of bulk carrier operations; if it is not undertaken properly, it can result in substantial cargo claims, delays, additional cleaning, survey costs and expensive off-hire disputes.
In this lessons learnt video the crew were instructed to clean the vessel’s cargo holds in preparation for the next cargo, during the procedure a seaman on top of the staging fell down suffering serious injuries.
The Court of Appeal has held that in the absence of clear words to the contrary, the holders of bills of lading will not be excluded from their liability to contribute to general average, where the peril suffered is already insured by the shipowner.
