Jurg Was Hosting a Luncheon When His Punchbowl Broke

question 98

Multiple Choice

Jurg was hosting a luncheon when his punchbowl broke. He went next door and asked his neighbour, Ethan, if he could borrow his. Ethan reluctantly agreed, commenting that the punchbowl was a family heirloom. This made Jurg a little nervous. On his way back home, he was wondering what his legal responsibility would be in relation to the bowl. Which one of the following statements is true?

• A) Because this is a gratuitous bailment for Jurg's benefit, Jurg must be reasonably careful that no harm or damage comes to the punchbowl.
• B) Because this is a gratuitous bailment, Jurg has no legal obligation in relation to the punchbowl.
• C) Because Jurg borrowed the punchbowl, he must return it in the same condition and is liable for any damage howsoever caused.
• D) Because Ethan lent the punchbowl to him reluctantly, the rules of an involuntary bailment apply.
• E) Because the punchbowl is valuable, the rules of a bailment for value will be enforced.

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