Burst Pipe in Tenant's Apartment

September 30, 2003

LVT Number: 16844

Tenant sued landlord for damage to her personal property after a pipe burst behind a wall in her apartment. Tenant claimed that landlord didn't perform routine maintenance on pipes and only made repairs when there was a leak. Landlord didn't present any evidence or witnesses at trial. The court ruled for tenant. The fact that the pipe burst spoke for itself, implying that landlord was negligent in maintaining the pipes. Landlord presented no proof to the contrary. Tenant proved the cost of damaged clothing, bedding, and other personal belongings. The court awarded tenant $800.

Tenant sued landlord for damage to her personal property after a pipe burst behind a wall in her apartment. Tenant claimed that landlord didn't perform routine maintenance on pipes and only made repairs when there was a leak. Landlord didn't present any evidence or witnesses at trial. The court ruled for tenant. The fact that the pipe burst spoke for itself, implying that landlord was negligent in maintaining the pipes. Landlord presented no proof to the contrary. Tenant proved the cost of damaged clothing, bedding, and other personal belongings. The court awarded tenant $800.

Goode v. Bay Tower Apts. Corp.: NYLJ, 9/10/03 p. 22, col. 2 (Civ. Ct. Queens; Elliot, J)

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