Explain Bailee as Carriers

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Explain Bailee as Carriers?

Answer 1

A common carrier (a business that specializes in transportation of goods) is really an insurer of the goods since it will be held liable regardless of fault unless it can prove that damage or loss occurred through an act of God, an inherent vice (latent defect or dangerous condition) in the goods, or default by the shipper (improper labelling or packing). A carrier may limit its liability by inserting an exemption clause in a bailment contract that limits liability to a set amount. A private carrier (carries on some other business but occasionally transports goods) owes only the normal standard of care.