The McAllisters had several serious problems with their house, including leaks i

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The McAllisters had several serious problems with their house, including leaks in the ceiling, a buckling wall, and dampness throughout. They repaired the buckling wall by installing I-beams to support it. They never resolved the leaks and the dampness. When they decided to sell the house, they said nothing to prospective buyers about the problems. They stated that the I-beams had been added for reinforcement. The Silvas bought the house for $60,000. Soon afterward, they began to have problems with leaks, mildew, and dampness. Are the Silvas entitled to any money damages? Why or why not?

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The Silvas are entitled to damages for fraud (saying the I?beams had been added merely for reinforcement) and nondisclosure (not mentioning the problems). The jury awarded $21,000 dam

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