46 U.S.C. § 30704

Loading, stowage, custody, care, and delivery

A carrier may not insert in a bill of lading or shipping document a provision avoiding its liability for loss or damage arising from negligence or fault in loading, stowage, custody, care, or proper delivery. Any such provision is void.

( Pub. L. 109–304, § 6(c) , Oct. 6, 2006 , 120 Stat. 1516 .)