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Does renters insurance cover negligence?
My elderly mother lives in a rented apartment. She accidentally left the water running, and now all her clothes and furniture are ruined. Does renters insurance cover negligence?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
We’re so sorry to hear about your mother and the water damage. Renters insurance does not usually cover damage due to tenant negligence, unfortunately.
The owner of the building hopefully has a policy that will help cover some of the structural repair costs. But when it comes to personal property loss and loss of use, your mother has limited recourse. Negligence is excluded from virtually all renters policies.
Her renters policy may provide her with some liability protection, however. If the water damage spreads to other units, it’s possible that other tenants and the landlord may file a suit to cover the extensive repair costs. This means that your mother may be entitled to get help from her insurance company with legal costs.
This is tough—your mother is lucky to have your help.
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