maritime law

noun

1. the body of law relating to maritime commerce and navigation, and to maritime matters generally.

Word History and Origins

Origin of maritime law¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Synergy and Grace Ocean filed a court petition Monday seeking to limit their legal liability, a routine but important procedure for cases litigated under U.S. maritime law.

From Seattle Times

The companies’ “limitation of liability” petition is a routine but important procedure for cases litigated under U.S. maritime law.

From Seattle Times

Part of that fight may involve a little-known ancient principle of maritime law called “general average.”

From New York Times

Congress is allowed to modify maritime law, Smith said in reference to the U.S. regulating entry into the sunken Titanic.

From Seattle Times

Philippine coast guard officials said the drones would help the country defend its territorial interests in the South China Sea, enforce maritime laws and undertake search and rescue missions during accidents at sea.

From Seattle Times