Darcy Received a Widget from Rachel Under a Bailment

question 12

Multiple Choice

Darcy received a widget from Rachel under a bailment.The widget was damaged while it was in his possession.As a result,Rachel has sued Darcy.Which of the following statements is TRUE with respect to Darcy's liability?

• A)If the bailment was for Rachel's benefit,Darcy cannot be held liable.
• B)Darcy will be treated as an insurer if the bailment was both gratuitous and for his benefit.
• C)Once Rachel proves that the widget was damaged while in Darcy's possession,the burden of proof necessarily will shift.
• D)If the burden of proof shifts to Darcy,he cannot possibly avoid liability by merely proving that he exercised reasonable care.
• E)If Darcy is a common carrier,then he may be relieved of liability if the damage was caused by an act of God.