What do I do if my personal property is damaged by a contractor that was repairing my house if they were supplied by my landlord’s insurer?
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What do I do if my personal property is damaged by a contractor that was repairing my house if they were supplied by my landlord’s insurer?
My house (I am a renter) was under construction due to a plumbing issue and all hardwood floors had to be replaced. Flooring contractor was provided by my landlord’s insurance company. Flooring contractor damaged over $10,000 of computers and electronic equipment with sawdust by cutting the wood for the entire floor (2400 sq. ft.) in my garage where my computers, TV, guitars and other various equipment was being stored. My landlord, his insurance company and the contractor will not pay for the equipment damaged.
Asked on April 2, 2012 under Real Estate Law, California
Answers:
Hong Shen / Roberts Law Group
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
There are some facts missing. For example, did the contractor notify you that he would cut the wood in the garage and that the dust may cover everything in the garage? Did you consent? Did the contractor know there were electronics stored in the garage? If the insurance does not pay then your only option is to sue in court.
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