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Negligence Claim Precluded by Real Estate Service Contract

In <i>Greenwood Land Co. v. Omnicare Inc.</i>, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania precluded a tenant from claiming negligence against its real estate management company under the gist of the action and economic loss doctrines as a result of a contract that existed between the parties.

7 minute read June 27, 2011 at 01:06 PM
By
Alan Nochumson
Negligence Claim Precluded by Real Estate Service Contract

There are many service providers, such as real estate agents, architects and contractors, in the real estate industry. Some of these service providers must obtain certifications and licenses from the state in order to do business, while others are not so required.

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