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MARINERS LIEN [1 record]

Record 1 2008-10-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Maritime Law
CONT

[The mariner's lien] is one of the oldest and best recognized maritime liens. It exists as a rule in favor of every one who, in justice, can be regarded as a seaman. It follows the ship and its proceeds into whatever hands they go.

OBS

the terms "seaman" and "mariner" are used interchangeably in general contexts although the term "mariner" is often restricted to legal documents.

Key term(s)
  • seaman's lien

French

Domaine(s)
  • Droit maritime
Key term(s)
  • privilège de marin
  • privilège des marins

Spanish

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