Question: We had a piece of equipment stolen after we dropped it at a job site the night before a rental commenced. The customer refused to accept responsibility even though he requested we deliver the equipment early. What can I do to make the customer liable for this in the future?
James Waite / About Author
James R. Waite is a business lawyer with over 20 years in the equipment industry. He authored the American Rental Association’s book on rental contracts, and represents equipment lessors throughout North America on a wide range of issues, including corporate law, contracts, real estate, employment, taxation, litigation, and buying, selling and financing their businesses and their equipment. He is a veteran of the United States Air Force, has a BBA in Finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio, a Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University, and an MBA from Northwestern University. He can be reached at (866) 582-2586, or via email at info@jameswaitelaw.com