West Palm Beach, FL asked in Intellectual Property and Landlord - Tenant for Florida

Q: My tenant has a claim against me for tripping and falling. Can I still sell my property with an ongoing claim?

Tenant is alleging to have slip and fell on my property. He got a injury law firm to file a claim against my insurance company. Can I still sell the property with an ongoing claim?

2 Lawyer Answers
Linda Liang
Linda Liang
Answered
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: A claim is just that. A claim. The claim is against yourself, not the property. You should be able to sell it still.

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Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
Answered
  • Freeeport, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Yes, with such a lawsuit the tenant wouldn't have a lien on your property until and unless the tenant recovers a judgment against you.

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