Is Jerry liable? Explain.
Monday, April 27, 2015
Broken Arm
Smith rented an apartment from Jerry on a month-t0-month basis for $700 per month. At the time Smith first saw the apartment, there was a large tear in the carpet right behind the entryway door. The carpet there often bunched up and it was easy to trip on if you didn't notice it. On Saturday, Smith was entertaining guests when her boss arrived. The boss ran the doorbell and let herself in when no one answered. She then tripped on the torn rug, fell and broke her arm. She sued both Smith and Jerry for her medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Smith is nearly broke, but Jerry her landlord is a multi-millionaire.
Is Jerry liable? Explain.
Is Jerry liable? Explain.
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Yes. He knew the damages were there. He is liable. He should pay. That is all.
ReplyDeleteYes he is. The carpet was messed up before Smith even rented the apartment. I don't think Smith should be liable. Since Jerry is the owner anyways, he should be sued. It's his fault because that's how he kept the place.
ReplyDeleteYes. He knew the damages were there. And he didn't worry to fix them. He should have to pay fine.
ReplyDeleteYes. They damages where there before he moved in. Jerry should have to pay them.
ReplyDeleteyes. he was aware of the damages. he should have told the landlord to fix it. he is broke tho so shouldn't have to pay as much. they are both to blame.
ReplyDeleteYes Jerry is liable. The carpet was bunched up before Smith rented the apartment. Jerrry should be liable because he is the ower and its a major fix.
ReplyDeleteyes, Jerry is liable because he knew that the damages were there and he did not take the time and effort to replace the carpet even though it was a hazard.
ReplyDeleteYes. Jerry is liable. He knew there was a torn rug and didn't nothing about it. He should have to pay for damages.
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