Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Alaska

Rental agreement?

In the year 2000, my fiance needed to store equipment and talked to a friend about storing it on his land. This friend stated it wouldn't be a problem unless he moved. There was no written or implied agreement as to a fee. Now this month, there was a legal notice in the newspaper stating we have 30 days from the last date of this notice to pay the full amount of $8800.00 for storage fees on equip. stored. For approx. year 2000 to Jan. 1st, 2004 and provide proof of ownership. If not all equip. will be sold for storage fees. We are wondering about the legality of this since there was never a written agreement or a price set for storage and is it our responsibility to provide proof of ownership? Would it be in our best interest to just hire an attorney or what type of legal recourse do we have? Thank you to any and all that reply asap.


Asked on 2/16/04, 6:13 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Szender Law Office of James R. Szender

Re: Rental agreement?

Your problem sounds like more of a property storage, or "bailment" case than a landlord-tenant case. Unfortunately, an answer is impossible without more information.

1. Does the friend still own the property or has he sold it? If he has sold it, did he tell you?

2. Have you contacted the owner, whoever it is, and discussed the matter with them?

3. What is the value and condition of the equipment, and can it still be moved?

It may be that your friend just lost track of you, or a new owner just wants the stuff gone. There's no point in getting panicky if there's no real problem.

Get in touch with the person who placed the ad and check it out.

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Answered on 2/17/04, 9:03 pm


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