Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
Hurricane liabililty
If a builder did not remove their sign during an approaching Cat 2 Hurricane and the sign break loose and damages someones home is the builder liable for repairs to the home? The builder also sent out a letter informing all homeowners to remove hazardous debris.
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Hurricane liabililty
Based on the facts provided, the builder will probably not be liable. Any damage to property caused by the sign should be filed under a claim with the insurance company that is covering the property.
Re: Hurricane liabililty
It appears the answer is no based on the facts you have provided. It may be hard to pin liability on the builder since a hurricane is an act of God, but if we learn more all the facts a viable claim may be possible, although it may not be worth the trouble. Make a claim with the insurance carrier covering the property that was damaged, and if the insurer wants to pursue the builder, the insurer can do so after cutting you a check for the loss. Good luck.
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