Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Pennsylvania

Verbal Agreement/Damages
Before I moved into the rental property I reside at, I was told that the washing machine in the basement was part of the rental. As soon as I used it, the machine flooded and ruined my property. There is no drainage in the basement, no sink and a plumber told me that a pump could have been used, but there was no pump attached to the machine. The owners refuse to repair or replace the machine on top of everything else. Does the verbal agreement hold up, as the machine wasn't on the lease, and what can I do about my danages from the faulty machine? I said I would call the Bureau of Codes and the owner suddenly removed the washing machine. Thanks.

Asked on 1/09/06, 8:45 am

John Davidson Law Office of John A. Davidson

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Re: Verbal Agreement/Damages

A verbal agreement might hold up.

The fact that the machine was removed isn't usable evidence of the landlord's fault. It is to show it was his washing machine.

Without further information I would NOT speculate if you can recover. You can sue him in District Magistrate Court, formerly the District Justice.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me. The initial consultation is free.

{John}

Answered on 1/09/06, 9:49 am

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