my uncle just set the house on fire while building a tree house, should i still pay him?
924043
Well yes..\n\nHe did build your future house :P
459899
I am not a lawyer and this is not real legal advise.  This is just intended to be used as a starting point.  Always consult a lawyer before assuming that anything said is legally binding.\n\nGenerally, if the trees pose a hazard (they are too low, they have dead branches) then you ask the neighbor to cut them, if they don't you send a letter (registered mail), indicating that the trees need to be trimmed and that if they aren't done in a reasonable amount of time, you will get them done and send him/her the bill.\n\nIf they just shade your lawn, you are probably out of luck, especially if the trees were there when you moved in.\n\nGood luck.
952287
It's a flaming nuisance,  but I have the same problem with My Uncle Bill Burns and his wife odette and their son bernhard. Try to avoid a heated debate and get her to sort out her firenances. She may get hot under the collar or accuse you of fanning the flames but  it's all a smokescreen as her bills are in the red.
267155
Hmm. No.  It's not MY fault.  Though anything bad that happens is NEVER MY fault.  Besides, I wouldn't burn a house down. And I don't need "God" to babysit me.  Think that "God" is more like the babysitters they catch on video ;).
325628
sue..make him do it...quick claims deed may do it too
1062802
I don't suppose I would ever pay someone the full amount for a job before the actual job is complete. It's a little like saying 'Here take my money I don't care what you do!' At least it would to someone who doesn't care one way or the other. Now, if by chance there would be someone out there that WOULD do something soooo silly, they may want to contact the state and file a lien against this person. It would be in their best interest, weather in GA, or not, to also file a complaint with the BBB. Unfortunately there are not really any ground rules for allotted time lines for carpentry. The job, depending on size, could take as little or as long as need be, as long as work was being done steadily. Call around, descript' job size to another contractor, one or two should do nicely, and have them give their best 'guesstimation' of job completion. Go back to original, paid worker, and give them a reasonable amount of time, adjusting of course for elapsed time and work accomplished thus far, to complete the job hired to do. After that you will probably have to pray they don't dash away with your money. Good luck!! Hmmm
865108
This is a liability exposure on your landlord's part, as he is the owner of the property that caused the damage.  You should file a claim against his commercial general liability policy.  They will determine if he is liable or not.  If he is found to be liable for the damage they will pay for the repairs.  There is no need to sue anybody, just file a claim and see what happens from there.  The adjuster who handles it from his insurance company will just ask if it was rotten and if it looked like it needed to be removed, if this is the case he is liable and his insurance will pay.  I am an adjuster and we pay these claims when there are obvious signs of rot and if the owner of the property knew of the problem.  If it is a healthy tree and there was no way of preventing it on your landlords part, he is not liable. Good luck.
918534
Not unless he wants to.\n\nChances are since you are responsible for the heating bill he won't. On the other hand if utilities were included he might consider since it would come out of his pocket.\n\nAll you can do is ask. Maybe you should look around for something more economical.
295323
You should keep the sugar packets for the tea that is being served on your roof at the barbeque that your neighbor's are having. You could also invite your uncle to the barbeque, and make ammends.
1047779
Sorry.\nSince you are not the owner, should the building be destroyed, you will not loose something that you have but the opportunity of a profit. \nInsuring an object that doesn't belong to you makes no sense, like I would ensure J Lo's behind and get rich if she gets cellulite.\nMaybe you can ensure Elaro's profit if this is an option in your country since I suppose it's too late to stipulate in your contract with the ex state comp. the obligativity for them to ensure the building and compensate your loss in the event of a disaster.
1090567
Yes, you could, if you made sure you weren't breaking local and state fire laws, air pollution laws, took responsibility for the remains (which are still yours, and thus your responsibility), and didn't break any laws regarding the proper disposal of automobiles or toxic substances.  In addition, you can't use your insurance, as this would be fraud (you torched it).\n\nThere may be other laws to consider, but you could always donate it, even to a movie maker for destruction by fire!
394001
causing arson whether recklessly or intentionally ... Methinks your friend was reckless in this case, surely he should have known the house would blow up when he blew up near a naked flame?!
452490
If this is an old, old tree and is free of severe insect damage then you have a small fortune on your hands!  I suggest going to E-bay and sell to the highest bidder.
933568
sue him immediately, and go to labor commission for help\n\n:> peace\n.
1040577
You can pay him under the table, just be sure you don't short him on his hours!
696635
Does he actually own the home and owe nothing on it? That's pretty unusual.  Even if he does, he still needs to pay taxes and utilities.  Of course you have to contribute.  However, you have only known him a few weeks, so if it were me, I would stay put.
598882
If you have the know how you could do this yourself, but check with your house insurance and you'll probably find if there should be a fire at some point they would not be responsible for damages unless this electrical work was done by a licensed electrician. Good luck with your project