Who is bailor?

A bailor is a party in a bailment contract who temporarily transfers possession (but not ownership) of goods to another person, called the bailee, for a specific purpose. The bailor retains legal title to the goods and expects their return in the same condition after the bailment period or purpose is fulfilled.

Key features of a bailor include:

• Possession transfer: The bailor hands over physical control of the goods.
• No ownership transfer: The bailor remains the legal owner.
• Right to reclaim: The bailor can demand the return of the goods once the bailment purpose is completed.
• Liability: The bailor is generally not liable for loss or damage unless negligence is involved.

Examples include:

• A customer leaving luggage at a hotel.
• A landlord giving a tenant a security deposit.