Dry Well After Closing? Michigan Disclosure Laws & Seller Liability Explained

Описание: Finding out your well is dry just days after moving in is more than an inconvenience—it’s a major financial hit. Many buyers assume that if a well fails immediately after closing, the seller must have known and is therefore responsible for the cost of drilling a new one. However, under Michigan law, proving "silent fraud" or a disclosure violation is a steep legal uphill battle.

In this video, a Michigan and Ohio attorney explains how the Michigan Seller Disclosure Act works regarding water systems. We break down the seller's obligation to disclose the "repair history" of the well and what happens when a seller claims they had no personal knowledge of a looming failure.

You’ll learn why a buyer’s "duty to inspect" is so critical in Michigan and how the timing of the failure impacts your ability to sue for damages. We discuss the difference between a sudden mechanical failure and a long-term water table issue that the seller may have intentionally hidden.

✅ In this video, a Michigan and Ohio attorney explains how the specific legal issue of dry wells and seller disclosures works under Michigan (and Ohio) law.

Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Among legal topics covered in this video:
Seller Disclosure Act: What must be revealed about well depth and age
Silent Fraud: Proving the seller knew the well was failing
The Buyer’s Duty: Why a well inspection is your only real protection
Statute of Limitations: How long you have to sue after a disclosure error
Repair vs. Replacement: Who pays when the water stops flowing?

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