Electronics

Televisions, radios, switchboards, transformers, audio hi-fi equipment and the like are susceptible to shock, heavy handling in transit and impact damage. Particular note should be made of type of packing and suitability to withstand normal transit hazards, and whether or not the shipper did an adequate job of packaging the cargo correctly.

One of the main problems with electronics is the problem of concealed damages - many times, it is is unapparent to the consignee that the goods have been damaged at all. A clean delivery receipt might appear to bar a successful recovery.

Another issue is manufacturer's warranties that must be maintained. When goods are severely damaged, it is often more advantageous to agree a fair depreciation allowance with the consignee, and for him to retain the equipment as spare parts, or sale on a depreciated basis without manufacturers’ guarantee. 

J.V. Watts & Co have extensive experience in pursuing these types of losses, as ample evidence must be presented in order to demonstrate the consignee did their utmost to mitigate the loss, and that a loss actually occurred - in these types of claims, liable parties will strenuously challenge depreciated value and salvage allowances.