15.1 b a c kn e x t h o m e Chapter 15 Objectives  Explain what a carrier does and name the two categories of carriers.  Identify the exceptions to the normal rule of a common carrier being an insurer of the safety of goods.  Distinguish a boardinghouse keeper from a hotelkeeper.  Name the duties and liabilities of a hotelkeeper. © 2002 West Educational PublishingTo accompany Law for Business, 14e, by Ashcroft and Ashcroft

15.2 b a c kn e x t h o m e Carriers Carriers are classified into two groups:  Private carriers  Transport goods or persons for a fee.  Trucks, moving vans, ships, delivery services.  Common carriers  Transport goods or persons for all who apply for that service.  Trains, buses, airplanes, ships, subways.  Monopolies which are subject to regulation.

15.3 b a c kn e x t h o m e Liability of Common Carriers Give an example of each of the following:  Acts of God  Acts of a public authority  Inherent nature of the goods  Acts of the shipper  Acts of a public enemy Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss Let’s Discuss

15.4 b a c kn e x t h o m e Bills of Lading Straight, or nonnegotiable  Consignee alone is designated as the one to whom goods are to be delivered.  Consignee’s rights may be transferred, but the third party obtains no greater rights than shipper or consignee had. Order, or negotiable  Must be presented to the carrier before the carrier can safely deliver the goods.

15.5 b a c kn e x t h o m e Liability of Carrier  When does liability start for a carrier of persons?  As soon as passengers enter the terminal or waiting platform.  How long does liability last for a carrier of persons?  Until they have left the terminal.  Does a carrier of persons assume a responsibility of reasonable safety?  Yes. Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz Quick Quiz

15.6 b a c kn e x t h o m e Duties of Hotelkeepers Serve all who apply  Hotelkeepers cannot violate the Civil Rights Act of Protect a guest’s person  Hotelkeepers must provide fire escapes. Care for the guest’s property  Exceptions: losses occurring from acts of God, acts of a public enemy, acts of a public authority, acts of other guests, or inherent nature of the property.