161: Bailee’s responsibility when goods are not duly returned
The Contract Act · Federal Acts · Chapter IX · in_force
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If, by the default of the bailee, the goods are not returned, delivered or tendered at the proper time, he is responsible to the bailor for any loss, destruction or deterioration of the goods from that time.
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160: Return of goods bailed on expiration of time or accomplishment of purpose162: Termination of gratuitous bailment by death159: Restoration of goods lent gratuitously163: Bailor entitled to increase or profit from goods bailed158: Repayment by bailor of necessary expenses164: Bailor’s responsibility to bailee
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