Legal Question in Construction Law in Minnesota
car damage
Is a paving contractor responsible for damages caused by potholes on a road under repair?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: car damage
Would have to read the spec to be sure, but the short answer is, "probably yes" since the road was in the paving Kr's care custody & control. Of course, there would be defenses available to the contractor relating to the driver's conduct (going too fast, ignoring directional signs, etc.).
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