Seaside Vistas leases an apartment to Tori. During a severe storm, the premises are destroyed by flood. Under most state laws, liable for the rent for the rest of the lease term is

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When premises are destroyed by an event like a flood, which is beyond the control of either the landlord or the tenant, most state laws release both parties from their obligations under the lease. This means Tori would not be liable for rent for the rest of the lease term, nor would Seaside Vistas be liable to provide the apartment.

Seaside Vistas Leases an Apartment to Tori