2007-09-08 06:05:27 · 7 answers · asked by Bob B 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
yes!
2007-09-08 06:10:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
As the lawyers said, you are required to provide 'reasonable care' for the stuff. Unfortunately, the term reasonable care is usually defined in court AFTER the damage. If you treat the friend's stuff with the same care as your own, you SHOULD be OK. Your homeowner's insurance may cover the stuff.
2007-09-08 14:12:38 · answer #2 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are storing it for his benefit you have to take only reasonable precautions for it's safety.
If he is letting you use the stuff for your benefit, then you have a greated duty.
If your friend stored his stuff in his own basement, wouldn't it get just as wet?
2007-09-08 13:13:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I depends on whether your friend paid you in any way to store his stuff... generally, if you stored his stuff as a favor to him, you are not responsible for damages that arise from circumstances not under your control... if you got paid to store the stuff, then you have a greater responsibility to protect the stuff from damage.
2007-09-08 13:13:35 · answer #4 · answered by shroomigator 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Liability is important but in terms of you being sued by your friend, if you were found negligent of their belongings you are liable.
2007-09-08 13:19:10 · answer #5 · answered by Surf Forever 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would inform them of the possibility, in front of a witness, and do not charge them for storage. I think as long as they are not paying you and know that there is chance of water damage, you are protected.
2007-09-08 13:14:07 · answer #6 · answered by birdbayboy 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
YES!!! You took on the responsibilty for your friends things.If you have insurance it should pay for it.
2007-09-08 13:20:33 · answer #7 · answered by Debby w C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋