1. Introduction Seafarers—including captains, officers, deckhands, engineers, stewards, and other ship personnel—form the essential labor force behind maritime commerce. Given the harsh working conditions, prolonged periods at sea, and international legal regimes, disputes often arise concerning wages, occupational safety, termination entitlements, and damages resulting from navigational or operational errors by the captain or crew. This […]
1. Introduction A ship is a movable asset of high economic value and constitutes a fundamental unit of international trade. Unlike ordinary movable property, ships are subject to a public registration system, and legal actions such as ownership transfer, mortgage, and seizure are governed by specific legal rules. In Turkey, the Turkish Commercial Code (TCC) […]
1. Introduction Turkey, surrounded by seas on three sides and situated at the intersection of major maritime trade routes, places significant strategic and economic importance on maritime transport. The principle of cabotage—the exclusive right to conduct maritime trade and transportation within a country’s territorial waters—is a cornerstone of Turkish maritime sovereignty. This right is enshrined […]
1. Introduction Charter party agreements are a common and economically significant contractual mechanism in maritime commerce. These agreements, which govern the chartering of a vessel wholly or partially for a voyage or period of time, often give rise to legal disputes due to performance issues. This article explores the main areas of conflict that arise […]
1. Introduction Maritime transport is one of the backbone methods of international trade. Preferred for its ability to move large volumes of high-value goods economically and efficiently, it also brings legal risks and a high potential for disputes. In particular, situations involving cargo damage, short delivery, or non-delivery often give rise to disputes between the […]
Introduction The complex structure of maritime transport and the unpredictable events that may occur at sea have made maritime accidents one of the most significant risk areas in commercial activity. Maritime accidents may take the form of collisions, sinking, grounding, fire, cargo loss, and more. When such accidents occur, the ensuing liabilities and compensation regime […]
Introduction The digital age offers great convenience — shopping with a single click, QR payments, online banking from your couch… But this comfort also makes life easier for fraudsters. Especially in credit card and online payment systems, fraud cases have been increasing rapidly, drawing attention from both legal professionals and the public. So how does […]
You may not be a Turkish citizen or reside in Turkey, but you may have inherited movable or immovable property in Turkey. As a foreigner, you might want to know how to claim this property, which court to apply to, and which country’s law will apply. This blog post explains the legal procedures in inheritance […]
What Is Digital Fraud? In recent years, fraud methods have shifted into the digital world. Applications like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Instagram are now frequently used by scammers. This article will explain the most common methods, legal aspects, and your rights. What Are the Most Common Fraud Methods? Via WhatsApp: Via Telegram: Via Instagram: Are These […]
As real estate demand continues to rise in Turkey, fraudsters have become increasingly active, targeting both local and foreign investors. Real estate fraud usually involves forged title deeds, fake powers of attorney, multiple sales of the same property, or deliberate misinformation during transactions. These illegal practices can lead to serious legal and financial consequences for […]