If my roommate pulled a glass bottle off of my desk while I held it and therefore caused damage to the casing of my computer, is he liable?

Question Details: The casing cannot be repaired.

Asked on 3/3/2013 under: Collections and Debt New Hampshire

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this country, if your roommate caused damage to the casing of your computer based upon what you have written, then your roommate is responsible for the fair market value of the item broken.

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