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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Berman & Sons, Inc. v. Jefferson, 396 N.E.2d 981 (1979)

Citation
Berman & Sons, Inc. v. Jefferson, 396 N.E.2d 981 (1979)
Parent Document
Berman & Sons, Inc. v. Jefferson, 396 N.E.2d 981 (1979)
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts (state)
Effective Date
1979-11-08

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The landlord argues that, on the present facts, he has done no wrong. He argues that to impose strict liability would penalize the landlord who is acting reasonably and would impose a duty impossible to meet. Moreover, he claims the expectations of the parties support the landlord’s position. Both landlord and tenant expect less than perfect upkeep of apartments; systems break down; maintenance takes time; the law should reflect this reality. 6 Further *200