Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

legality of customer responsible for all damages clause in contract

I had a contractor put in a sewer line in my back yard. The contract had a statement that I (me) was responsible for all/any property damage. I picked the contractor because he said he was full insured. Is it a legal clause to say you are not responsible for damage. Is there a case I can refer to?


Asked on 8/23/04, 2:08 pm

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Andrew Solomon Law Office of Andrew A. Solomon

Re: legality of customer responsible for all damages clause in contract

Although I can't point you to any specific case, some contract language can be found to be void, as being against public policy. On the other hand, if you read the contract--saw that language--and still signed it you might be held responsible. The bottom line is whther or not the damage resulted from the contractor's negligence, or whether it was a forseeable part of the job due to the condition of your home or backyard. I would either see a lawyer or sue him in small claims court and see what happens.

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Answered on 8/23/04, 5:58 pm


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