Community Magazine April 2019

Grand Opening 1312 Avenue M Brooklyn, NY 11230 Located above the Yellow Door Light refreshments will be served Neil Kerman is an innovative artist who’s works have been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world including a solo show in the United Nations. Sunday April 7th, 2019 1:00 - 6:00 pm GALLERY Neil Kerman 855.453.7626 info@itsakerman.com (212) 365-6615 @neilkermangallery @itsakerman Neil Kerman Gallery Its A Kerman You Judge! Be the Down the Drain Danny rented a very old house from his landlord Joseph, who resided most of the year in Florida. After years of tenancy, Danny received a water bill nearly ten times the sum he regularly pays. He brought a plumber to inspect the home to determine the source of the problem. To his dismay the plumber detected a burst water pipe below the concrete foundation of the home. Danny instructed the plumber to immediately repair the pipe, which included working through the concrete, repairing, and restoring the property. The price for the plumber’s services and for his accurate detection of the leak with state-of-the-art equipment was $4,000. Danny paid the plumber and later informed Joseph of the outstanding $4,000 bill. Danny, as well, expressed to Joseph that he is seeking compensation for nearly the entire sum of the exorbitant water bill. Additionally, Danny requested of Joseph to pay him for the ruined carpet he recently installed in the basement and for other damages caused to his personal property. Joseph responded that he was unwilling to participate in any of the costs Danny incurred. Joseph explained that the exorbitant fee of the high-end plumber was hired without his authorization, and furthermore he claimed that the water bill is not his responsibility. Likewise, he countered that the damaged carpet Danny chose to install in the basement is not his obligation to replace, nor was he required to reimburse him for any damages. How should the Bet Din rule, in favor of Danny or Joseph, and why? YOU BE THE JUDGE and send your response to YouJudge@CommunityM.com Verdicts – and the accompanying rationale – will be reviewed by the Rosh Bet Din. The first three correct submissions received before the deadline will win a $50 gift certificate to a Community Magazine advertiser! Correct entries will receive honorable mention in the next issue when the Rosh Bet Din’s verdict is printed. adar II - nissan 5779 april 2019 53