W. L. R. TRADERS (LONDON), LTD. v. BRITISH & NORTHERN SHIPPING AGENCY, LTD., AND I. LEFTLEY, LTD.

[1955] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 554

QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION.

Before Mr. Justice Pilcher.

Forwarding agents-Loss of uninsured goods in transit-Employment of private carriers- Alleged duty upon forwarding agents to insure or to inquire whether goods were covered during transit-Dispute as to terms of contract under which carriers were employed-Whether special conditions agreed limiting carriers' liability. Carriers-Private carriers-Loss of goods in transit by lorry-Lorry left unattended- Negligence of lorry driver-Onus of proof upon carriers as bailees.