Who is liable if someone falls off a roof while intoxicated at a rental house?
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Who is liable if someone falls off a roof while intoxicated at a rental house?
My roommates and I had a party and someone that attended climbed on the
roof and fell off she had been drinking
Who would be liable?
Asked on July 7, 2016 under Personal Injury, California
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
The owner of the property is liable for the injuries of the person who fell off the roof. The owner's liability would include compensation for the medical bills, pain and suffering (an amount in addition to the medical bills) and wage loss.
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