California · Insurance Code
INS §1973: An abandonment can be made only at a time limited by all of the following: (a) Within a reasonable time after the information of the loss.
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An abandonment can be made only at a time limited by all of the following: (a) Within a reasonable time after the information of the loss. (b) After the commencement of the voyage. (c) Before the insured has information of the completion of the voyage.
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