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Vehicle Damage by vendor of apartment complex liability question

I have a beautiful 98 VW Jetta GT. I was parked on the side of my 300 unit highrise where some masons have been in the repoint all the brick. There was no cones or warning tape the day the incident occured, but it was put in place the day after.

Mortar was spilled all over my car, and damaged my paint. The owner of the masonry company advised me that he would pay for a detail shop to wax/buff out the damage, but the detail shops are telling me I'll need new paint. THis is going to cost around $5000.

What steps can I take to ensure that the masonry company assumes liability and doesn't try to wiggle out of this? Are there any past cases I can identify to him if he gives me trouble with this? (In NJ)

Any help is appreicated!


Asked on 4/20/04, 10:49 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Lawrence Simon Law Offices of Lawrence M. Simon

Re: Vehicle Damage by vendor of apartment complex liability question

I don't know of any specific statutory law that applies to this matter, but common law principles of negligence, as developed throughout time in our courts, would subject them to liability. If their best offer is not going to make you whole, you need to consider filing a lawsuit. Based upon the amount of damages, you might be best not hiring a lawyer, but should get a free consultation from one to point you in the right direction.

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Answered on 4/20/04, 11:19 am


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