Pending Lawsuit Question?

Question

I have a simple question. My lawyer sent my landlord a demand letter stating that i was injured on his property and due to his negligence. Something that was left hazardous to the tenants for over 7months. But any way, the same day he got the demand letter. He came knocking on my door, and my mom answered and he said to my mom that "he got the letter and that he had went to his attorney and his attorney stated that he could lose everything because of this one incident." Than he said " tell your son just don't sue me for a million dollars because i will lose everything." Should I tell my lawyers about the encounter and what he said to my mom or no? Also why?

Answer 1

Absolutely tell your lawyer. That is incriminating on his part-very dumb move. But even so, his property insurance should handle the claim. He may find himself with higher premiums though.

Answer 2

You should tell your lawyer, however you have a minor problem.. What you say to your lawyer would be only what your mom told you the landlord said. This is called "hearsay" evidence, and has no upholding in court. If your mom is able, then she could tell your lawyer what the landlord said..
Basically, what your landlord is asking you to do is just don't be mean and vindictive. Give him a fair shake, just as you would expect him to give you a fair shake.

Answer 3

You absolutely should. Based on your landlords statement, it sounds like an admission of guilt to a certain extent. Based on what the landlord said it sounds like he knows he's in a lot of trouble. You can use that statement aginst your landlord or use it as leverage if you settle out of court.

Answer 4

Of course. Have your mom make a written statement about the event. Regardless if your lawyer needs that information in court or not, he should know about it.