Once a bailment is established and the goods are returned in damaged condition:

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When the goods are returned in a damaged condition, the bailor has established a prima facie case of liability on the part of the bailee. This means that the bailor has presented enough evidence to establish a case against the bailee, but the bailee may be able to provide evidence to refute the claim. The bailee is not strictly liable for the loss unless they acted negligently or in breach of their duty as a bailee. The bailor may still be able to collect on any insurance that they maintain on the property, depending on the terms of the policy. However, the bailor's primary legal remedy is to pursue a breach of bailment action against the bailee.

Once a Bailment Is Established and the Goods Are Returned