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Q: If a ceiling fan installer falls off his ladder am I liable for his injuries?

I have 12 foot ceilings and am worried for the safety of the contractor.

Slate James Stern
Slate James Stern
answered on Jun 7, 2021

The answer to your question would depend on the circumstances of the fall. Did the fall occur because through your own fault or the installers fault? Was the installer professionally hired to undertake the work? Did he have worker's compensation insurance. Without more information,... View More

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