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In this increasingly litigious society, you must
be aware of legal liability issues that affect you and your rental
business; and take steps to mitigate financial exposure.
Things To Consider
- Crimes commited using copied keys may increase your
liability.
- Some government agencies are beginning to require re-keying
of locks AFTER EACH rental. For example, Texas Property Code,
section 92.156(a) generally states that the landlord must re-key
at their expense within 7 days after each tenant turnover. No
need to re-key with the Oracode Keyless Lock.
- WebKey has received legal opinions that if your Home
Owner's Association or other controling entity denies your request
for a better security system, such as the Oracode
660K Keyless
Lock, they may face legal exposure for damages or bodily injury
that might occur in your property. If you need approval to place
a new lock on your unit, we have prepared a
document
that you may use or modify as part of your request.
- The Audit feature of the Oracode
660K Keyless Lock may
provide evidence to support a defense should you be sued or
need to prosecute. Recently, there was a theft at a Colorado
resort. The Audit showed that an employee had entered when not
authorized, and provided strong evidence for prosecution.
- Property Managers often times will "comp"
a unit for free. The Audit feature of the Oracode
660K Keyless
Lock will alert you to usage that is not in your best interest.
The above statements are for informational
purposes only. Please obtain professional legal advice specific
to your personal situation and property.
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