Who is liable for damages caused by a mover?

The person or licensed entity that paid for the mover is liable for damages caused by the mover because they are generally considered to have contractual responsibility for the moving process. When an individual or company hires a mover to transport a manufactured home, they enter into a service agreement that binds them to the terms of that service. In this case, the mover operates under the instructions and for the benefit of the hiring party, which establishes a legal duty to ensure that the work is completed without causing damage.

Liability often extends to those who have a direct contractual relationship with the party performing the work. Therefore, in the case of a mover causing damages while performing their duties, the financial and legal responsibility typically falls on the person or licensed entity who engaged and paid for those services. This principle helps ensure that parties who hire contractors for specialized services, such as moving manufactured homes, are aware of their responsibility in overseeing and accepting the work performed.