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Russell Freeze
on Dec 18, 2024
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Sharif agreed to store Bartle's canoe for the winter months in a garage that was attached to his house. The next June, Sharif moved the canoe from the garage to a shed at the back of the house, "where it would be safer." The house and shed were later struck by lightning and burned to the ground. Bartle's canoe was destroyed in the fire. Sharif is not liable for the loss of the canoe, because it was destroyed by an act of God.
Act of God
A natural and unavoidable catastrophe that interrupts the expected course of events and is not caused by human intervention.
Shed
A simple roofed structure used for storage, hobbies, or as a workshop.
Liability
The state of being legally responsible for something, especially in terms of debts or legal wrongs.
- Comprehend the impact of "act of God" exceptions on the responsibility associated with bailments.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the impact of "act of God" exceptions on the responsibility associated with bailments.