Benjamin M. asked

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My boyfriend accidentally caused a fire that burned down a friend's run-down trailer home while burning branches on her property. The friend had no homeowner's insurance and took a personal loan to purchase the trailer. My boyfriend owns a house with homeowner's insurance. Will he be liable for the loss, and would his homeowner's insurance provide any coverage?

December 19th, 2023

Heather G. answered

Your boyfriend may potentially be liable for the loss, especially if he is sued by the homeowner. Hi...

December 19th, 2023

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