Slip and Fall by non-tenant

[Jim Bryant]

So the hits keep on coming for me, although my other boats are sailing nicely.

My tenant was a guy who had a wife (not sure if actually married) and a kid.  I rented to him and I guess the kid and wife came around more often.  Despite my screening, he was a bit of a pain, but nothing super serious and he paid the rent.  Well, well he informed us that he will no longer rent from us and will be a guest of the county on unspecified charges.  Ok, no problem, it's as good of a reason as any to break a lease.

However, his wife, who is not on the lease, sustained an injury and required surgery.  She claimed it was due to the outside light being non-op.  We were not informed of the issue until after the fall.  When I went into the property to clean up and prepare for a new renter, I discovered that this lady is legally active, both as the suer and the suee.  

I received a letter today from an injury lawyer who wants the name of my insurance company.  I realize that no one can/should provide legal advice on this forum, I just wanted to ask if anyone had experience being sued by a non-tenant.  I see many have been sued by tenants, usually sour grapes, but I think this is somewhat unique.

I gather that I should contact the insurance company and inform them, which I plan to do tomorrow.