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Can I be sued twice for the same claim?

Asked on Jun 14th, 2016 on Civil Litigation - New York
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I was sued for nonpayment of rent by an ex-roommate and it was settled in court. Now I am being sued by the guarantor for the same claim lease who is the ex-roommates father. Is this legal?
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Estate Planning Attorney serving New York, NY
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Yes.  If the guarantor paid the main claim, he can sue you for indemnification.
Answered on Jun 20th, 2016 at 6:26 AM

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