In relation to my neighbours house fire mentioned in my last question again i find myself asking for yet more assistance in this one the situatio is tht in November the Local housing association re-wired his home, after work was completed they failed to send an inspector up to perform safety checks untils after the fire. The cause of the fire was according to the Fire marshall an electrical fire which started when the fridge light started sparking and ignited the insulation. The fire marshall said the RCD on should have trpped cutting the current and therefore stopping the fire before it started, but it did not trip until the firemen turned the hoses on. Please could you give me your opinions on this matter as he doesn't want to push this further until he is positive he has a case.
2007-02-08 00:28:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
The fire marshal has given all the evidence required.From what you have wrote it looks like a clear cut case of neglect by the people who rewired the property & the local housing associate
for not having the safety checks carried out.Good Luck
2007-02-08 00:39:29 · answer #1 · answered by Ollie 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
This one needs an attorney right away. Sounds like it's the people who wired the house. But, the attorney will have all the in and outs you need to know. Most have the free consultations. I'd make an appointment.
2007-02-08 08:41:11 · answer #2 · answered by Shari 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a lawyer but let's face it my friend, legal advice on this forum is worth exactly what you're paying for it - nothing. The earlier advice about going to see a solicitor - possibly on a 'no win no fee' basis - is the best advice you've had - take it. Otherwise you may as well have a show of hands down the pub as to whether you've got a claim.
2007-02-08 18:50:19 · answer #3 · answered by JZD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that depends, when they contracted the work, did they tell him it was his duty to hire an independent inspector, or did they tell him that was a service they perform? I don't know where you are, or much about the housing association, but is it required by law where you are, that they handle the inspection?
If they are the ones responsible for the inspection, then yes it is their fault. If the inspection was left up to your neighbor it is his fault.
However, depending on what state you live in, they could both be liable. You need to find out, who legally is to handle the inspection (should be on contract), and if you live in a strict liabilty state.
2007-02-08 08:44:46 · answer #4 · answered by Chrissy 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
scan the internet for solicitors in your area- one of them is bound to be the first meeting free with no obligation- that way you could ask a professional! anyway in my mind the only people to blame and liable for the cost are the housing association x good luck
2007-02-08 08:42:11 · answer #5 · answered by scuba girl 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sounds like the city, but an attorney should be asked for advice, before taking legal action.
2007-02-08 08:35:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anthony F 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋