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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Lian v. Stalick, 106 Wash. App. 811 (2001)

Citation
Lian v. Stalick, 106 Wash. App. 811 (2001)
Parent Document
Lian v. Stalick, 106 Wash. App. 811 (2001)
Jurisdiction
Washington (state)
Effective Date
2001-06-19

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The latent defect theory does not impose upon the landlord any duty to discover obscure defects or dangers. Nor does it impose any duty to repair a defective condition. Under the latent defect theory, the landlord is liable only for failing to inform the tenant of known dangers which are not likely to be discovered by the tenant.