The legal liability of a common carrier for damage to or loss of goods in its custody

(A) is somewhat less than that of a bailee.

(B) is slight, as a result of state and federal regulations.

(C) cannot be limited through the use of a bill of lading.

(D) is quite strict, with the carrier being liable for all losses except those caused by certain specified perils.

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30 December, 05:53

The legal liability of a common carrier for damage to or loss of goods in its custody

(A) is somewhat less than that of a bailee.

(B) is slight, as a result of state and federal regulations.

(C) cannot be limited through the use of a bill of lading.

(D) is quite strict, with the carrier being liable for all losses except those caused by certain specified perils.

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The correct option is (d).

is quite strict, with the carrier being liable for all losses except those caused by certain specified perils.

Explanation:

The legal liability of a common carrier for damage to or loss of goods in its custody is that he takes full responsibility for the goods except those caused by certain specified perils.