In a multi-carrier chain, liability is typically what?

In a multi-carrier chain, liability is typically what?

• A. In a multi-carrier chain, liability is fully borne by the first carrier only.
• B. In a multi-carrier chain, liability is often unlimited for all carriers.
• C. In a multi-carrier chain, liability may be limited per carrier and claims must be managed across multiple contracts.
• D. In a multi-carrier chain, there is no liability for any carrier.

Answer: (C)

Liability in a multi-carrier chain is allocated under each carrier’s own contract of carriage, so there isn’t one blanket liability covering the entire journey. Each link in the chain can cap liability under its bill of lading or contract, typically on a per-package or per-kilogram basis, and each carrier may raise its own defenses. Because the goods pass through several carriers, claims must be coordinated across multiple contracts rather than a single, unlimited liability regime. In practice, this means you may pursue separate claims against different carriers for the same loss, each within its own terms and limits. This is why the correct concept is that liability may be limited per carrier and claims must be managed across multiple contracts.

Liability in a multi-carrier chain is allocated under each carrier’s own contract of carriage, so there isn’t one blanket liability covering the entire journey. Each link in the chain can cap liability under its bill of lading or contract, typically on a per-package or per-kilogram basis, and each carrier may raise its own defenses. Because the goods pass through several carriers, claims must be coordinated across multiple contracts rather than a single, unlimited liability regime. In practice, this means you may pursue separate claims against different carriers for the same loss, each within its own terms and limits. This is why the correct concept is that liability may be limited per carrier and claims must be managed across multiple contracts.