Personal Property

Question 1

bailment

Answer 1

bailee must:
1) physically possess the property with the intent to exercise control over it,
2) consent to the bailment, and
3) be aware that the property exists.

Question 2

duties & liability: no benefit to bailee

Answer 2

bailee must act with slight diligence, and is liable for gross negligence

Question 3

duties & liability: benefit to bailor and bailee

Answer 3

bailee must act with ordinary care, and is liable for negligence

Question 4

duties & liability: benefit only to bailee

Answer 4

bailee must act with great diligence, and is liable for slight negligence

Question 5

absolute liability

Answer 5

bailee acts outside the scope of the bailment