Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

I caused damage to a friend's property and offered to replace said property on the spot. I sent a text message alluding to the replacement of such property as well. There was no written contract. The property was a bath tub in a house rented by the friend. The friend did not inform the landlord of the damages caused and hired a private party (that will only accept cash as payment) to repair the tub. She is now seeking repayment from me. She will provide an itemized receipt with services provided. The job was quoted at a Home Depot for >3,000$ and the private repairman (a friend) will do the job for 2,200$.

If I write a check for the damages caused to the girl in order to pay for repairs, is there any way a contract can be drawn up so that I won't be responsible if there is fault in the work, as I am just a third party paying? Is there a website I can draw up such a contract or should I seek an attorney?


Asked on 1/05/13, 11:12 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Kelvin Green The Law Office of Kelvin Green

Recommend seeing an attorney. Yes there are agreements that can be created that settle the dispute and limit your future liability with your friend...Although the tenant is ultimaltely responsible for the damage with the Landlord I would also think you would want to ensure your friend had the job completed in a workmanlike manner and used licensed contractors...

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Answered on 1/05/13, 7:12 pm


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