Osborne v. Chapman

*2OPINION

DANIEL F. FOLEY, Judge.

Appellant Richard Chapman challenges a district court’s entry of judgment in favor of respondent Randy Osborne on Osborne’s negligence claim. Chapman argues the district court erred in (1) concluding Osborne’s claim against him for lost rent was not barred and (2) awarding Osborne the expenses he incurred in pursuing his insurance claim. We reverse.

FACTS

Randy Osborne began renting a home to Richard Chapman and his wife in June or July 1992. During Chapman’s tenancy, on November 15, 1992, a fire occurred, which damaged the home. Chapman admitted his negligence…