Nebraska § 76-869 - Tort and contract liability.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 76-869 — Tort and contract liability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76-869. Tort and contract liability.
(a) Neither the association nor any unit owner except the declarant is liable for that declarant's torts in connection with any part of the condominium which that declarant has the responsibility to maintain. Otherwise, an action alleging a wrong done by the association must be brought against the association and not against any unit owner. If the wrong occurred during any period of declarant control and the association gives the declarant reasonable notice of and an opportunity to defend against the action, the declarant who then controlled the association is liable to the association or to any unit owner only for costs the association would not have incurred but for a breach of contract or other negligent act or omission by the declarant. A unit owner is not precluded from bringing an action contemplated by this section because he or she is a unit owner or a member or officer of the association. Liens resulting from judgments against the association are governed by section 76-875.
(b) The declarant shall not be liable for any action, loss, or cost pursuant to this section if at the time the loss occurred, insurance required by section 76-871 was in place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 76-869
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 76-869 cover?
Section 76-869 ("Tort and contract liability.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nebraska § 76-869?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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