# liability clause

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> In freight and transport contracts, a liability clause defines which party is responsible for loss, damage, or delay of cargo and to what extent.

In freight and transport contracts, a liability clause defines which party is responsible for loss, damage, or delay of cargo and to what extent. Standard provisions include liability caps per kilogram or per shipment, exclusions for force majeure or shipper-caused packaging defects, and mandatory claim notification deadlines. Unlike a liability limitation clause, which focuses narrowly on the maximum compensation ceiling, the liability clause governs the entire liability framework between contracting parties. For carriers, freight forwarders, and shippers alike, it provides legal certainty and forms the basis for meaningful risk assessment before signing.

**Source:** [https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/liability-clause](https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/liability-clause)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | liability clause |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 92 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.lawinsider.com/dictionary/liability-clause |

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