Barton boarded a large commercial aircraft at Kingston for a flight to Toronto.He placed his coat on the seat beside him,but was told by the flight attendant to place his coat on the shelf above his seat.He did so,but at the end of the flight,left the plane without taking his coat with him.He later realized that he did not have his coat,and went back to the aircraft to retrieve it.His coat was missing.
-Barton has no rights against anyone because he failed to take his coat with him when he left the aircraft.

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While Barton may have been negligent in leaving his coat behind, the airline may still be held responsible for lost or stolen items on the aircraft. Additionally, the flight attendant may have some responsibility in ensuring that Barton retrieves all of his belongings before leaving the aircraft. Barton may have a case for compensation, depending on the circumstances.

Barton Boarded a Large Commercial Aircraft at Kingston for a Flight