Question for a NY Title Attorney/Agent

[Chad Kastel]

Hello BP,

I purchased a property in upstate New York.  After we closed we got a bill from the water company that should've been paid by the previous owner or at closing.  When I approached my attorneys and asked if they were reponsible for this they responded with the quote below.  Can someone tell me if my attorneys are correct?

"The seller’s attorney obtains the water bill. We relied on the written statement from the water department on what was owed. There is no indication that any other amounts are owed, or any further readings were needed. Sounds like an error or oversight from that department, but since they’re a government entity, there isn’t much that we can do to hold them accountable. We don’t guaranty the water bill amount. I did call and talk to the water department and they said if you are unable to get a refund from the seller, they would consider working with you to reduce the amount owed."