Os limites à responsabilidade civil do prático à luz do direito brasileiro e do direito comparado

Abstract

The sea is one of the principal means used for the practice of international trade. Navigating is an ancient science, but constantly improved and is of great importance for the economic development of our country. It has always been an activity of great risks. An accident at sea can reach the most diverse legal goods: human life, property, environment and so on. Thus, the main purpose of Maritime Authority: is to preserve the safety of navigation. From this comes the pilot, which advises the commander of the vessel, helping him on the maneuvers of entry and exit of ports and waterways, and on-stage maneuvers, unberthing, anchor and so on. As an important person for the safety of navigation, it is analyzed his position in relation to the ship's captain, the commercial operator of the vessel and others, establishing the limits of responsibility for events and accidents at sea.