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"As is" house purchase vs. leaking

Asked on Oct 19th, 2013 on Estate Litigation - Maryland
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I purchased a house with "as is" condition. My general inspector found some leaking area, and it was fixed, but he did not catch basement leaking (hole). I asked a seller about leaking or flooding in basement, she said she was not aware of it. After I purchased a house, it was raining. Basement was leaking and water was running down like a tap water. Can I sue the seller about not disclosing leaking or general inspector? She is the power of attorney (the daughter of the seller.) She insists she is not aware of it, and her mother has memory problem. But basement technician said there was leaking problem at least 10 times a year. It costs $20,000 and more.
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Criminal Law Attorney serving Munhall, PA
Partner at Pelger Law
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consult with a local lawyer in MD. in PA the seller is can be liable under fraud if they A) knew of the leaking condition and B) actively concealed it from the buyer. you may have a case but talk to a local lawyer in your county. 
Answered on Oct 19th, 2013 at 10:23 PM

William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900

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